Serving 485 students in grades Kindergarten-8, 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 97% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide)'s student population of 485 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) ranks within the top 5% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#97 out of 4377 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
51%
10%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
26%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide)'s ranking?
30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) is ranked #97 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 97% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide)?
485 students attend 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) students are Asian, 26% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide)?
30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) offer ?
30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) part of?
30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) is part of New York City Geographic District #30 School District.
In what neighborhood is 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) located?
30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) is located in the Long Island City neighborhood of Astoria, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Long Island City.
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