Serving 531 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 17 Henry David Thoreau ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 17 Henry David Thoreau ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
P.S. 17 Henry David Thoreau's student population of 531 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 17 Henry David Thoreau ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.S. 17 Henry David Thoreau 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
#2660 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
50%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
28%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.S. 17 Henry David Thoreau's ranking?
P.S. 17 Henry David Thoreau is ranked #2660 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.S. 17 Henry David Thoreau often compared to?
P.S. 17 Henry David Thoreauis often viewed alongside schools like P.S. 234, P.S. 171 Peter G Van Alst by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 17 Henry David Thoreau?
531 students attend P.S. 17 Henry David Thoreau.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of P.S. 17 Henry David Thoreau students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 17 Henry David Thoreau?
P.S. 17 Henry David Thoreau has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 17 Henry David Thoreau offer ?
P.S. 17 Henry David Thoreau offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 17 Henry David Thoreau part of?
P.S. 17 Henry David Thoreau is part of New York City Geographic District #30 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 17 Henry David Thoreau located?
P.S. 17 Henry David Thoreau 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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