ACE ACADEMY FOR SCHOLARS AT THE GERALDINE FERRARO CAMPUS

School Overview
The Ace Academy for Scholars (located at the Geraldine Ferraro Campus in Ridgewood, Queens) is a public school that serves a diverse student population, typically focusing on middle-grade education. As part of the New York City Department of Education, the school is designed to provide a rigorous academic environment that prioritizes literacy, critical thinking, and preparation for high school success. The school often emphasizes a supportive community culture, aiming to foster both the intellectual and social-emotional development of its students through a structured, scholar-centered approach.

The Geraldine Ferraro Campus is known for its modern facility and its commitment to providing an inclusive learning experience. The Ace Academy for Scholars specifically focuses on cultivating a sense of agency and achievement among its students, often utilizing data-driven instruction to monitor progress and address individual learning needs. By maintaining a focus on high academic expectations and strong school-family partnerships, the academy strives to prepare its students to transition confidently into competitive high school programs across New York City.
557
Total Students
34.4
Full-Time Teachers
16.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
68.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ACE ACADEMY FOR SCHOLARS AT THE GERALDINE FERRARO CAMPUS
Demographic Student Count
White174
Hispanic288
Black5
Asian59
Two or More29
American Indian2
  • Hispanic
    288 (51.7 %)
  • White
    174 (31.2 %)
  • Asian
    59 (10.6 %)
  • Two or More
    29 (5.2 %)
  • Black
    5 (0.9 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.4 %)
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 #24
Phone: (718)571-6900
Website: http://www.ps290q.com
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 557
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 34.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 355
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 27
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 36
Kindergarten 91
Grade 1 100
Grade 2 99
Grade 3 90
Grade 4 74
Grade 5 67

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for ACE ACADEMY FOR SCHOLARS AT THE GERALDINE FERRARO CAMPUS
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten36
Kindergarten91
Grade 1100
Grade 299
Grade 390
Grade 474
Grade 567
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for ACE ACADEMY FOR SCHOLARS AT THE GERALDINE FERRARO CAMPUS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female28050.3%
Male27749.7%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)