School Overview
**PS 4 (The Louis Armstrong School)**, located at 196-35 Peck Avenue in Flushing, Queens, is a highly regarded public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. Known for its strong academic focus and inclusive community atmosphere, the school is deeply rooted in its local neighborhood and places a significant emphasis on fostering both intellectual growth and character development. The school is widely recognized for its dedication to the arts and its efforts to create a supportive environment where diverse student needs are met through personalized instruction and engaging extracurricular activities.

In addition to its core academic curriculum, PS 4 is frequently praised for its active parent-teacher association and the high level of community involvement in school life. The facility offers a structured, nurturing setting that prepares students for middle school transition, emphasizing literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional learning. By maintaining a balance between rigorous educational standards and a vibrant school culture, PS 4 consistently strives to provide a well-rounded experience that helps students build a solid foundation for their future academic careers.
505
Total Students
105.0
Full-Time Teachers
4.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
84.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PS Q4
Demographic Student Count
White76
Hispanic128
Black125
Asian155
Two or More6
American Indian13
Pacific Islander2
  • Asian
    155 (30.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    128 (25.3 %)
  • Black
    125 (24.8 %)
  • White
    76 (15.0 %)
  • American Indian
    13 (2.6 %)
  • Two or More
    6 (1.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Special Education School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75
Phone: (718)264-0916
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 505
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 105.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 4.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 421
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 3
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 23
Kindergarten 37
Grade 1 81
Grade 2 31
Grade 3 31
Grade 4 22
Grade 5 12
Ungraded 268

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PS Q4
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten23
Kindergarten37
Grade 181
Grade 231
Grade 331
Grade 422
Grade 512
Ungraded268
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PS Q4
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female11923.6%
Male38676.4%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)