PS 84 STEINWAY

(718)278-1915

326 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

PS 84, also known as the Steinway School, is a public elementary school located in the heart of Astoria, Queens. Serving students from Pre-K through 5th grade, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to fostering a nurturing and inclusive academic environment. It emphasizes a well-rounded education that balances rigorous core curriculum standards with personal growth, aiming to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Astoria community and is known for its active parent involvement and vibrant school culture. PS 84 prioritizes social-emotional learning alongside academic achievement, often utilizing a variety of enrichment programs to engage students. Its location on 41st Street makes it a staple institution for local families, providing a stable, community-focused learning space that reflects the diverse character of the surrounding neighborhood.

326

Total Students

20.0

Full-Time Teachers

16.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

55.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PS 84 STEINWAY
Demographic	Student Count
White	157
Hispanic	128
Black	5
Asian	21
Two or More	13
Pacific Islander	2

White
157 (48.2 %)
Hispanic
128 (39.3 %)
Asian
21 (6.4 %)
Two or More
13 (4.0 %)
Black
5 (1.5 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.6 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
Phone:	(718)278-1915
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	326
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	20.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	181
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	1

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 52

Kindergarten 57

Grade 1 66

Grade 2 44

Grade 3 25

Grade 4 52

Grade 5 30

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PS 84 STEINWAY
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	52
Kindergarten	57
Grade 1	66
Grade 2	44
Grade 3	25
Grade 4	52
Grade 5	30

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PS 84 STEINWAY
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	161	49.4%
Male	165	50.6%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)