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P.S. 21 Edward Hart

Public | PK-5 | 1135 students

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4 stars

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Posted August 15, 2012

The school promised the world but did not deliver. We are totally disappointed with the teacher in charge of the G & T class in Kindergarten. She was mediocre at best and my daughter could not hear her voice when she was teaching. She was poor at teaching Mathematics and we don t think she understood the concept herself. She sent my daughter bunch of homework but did not even mark them. We decided to move our family and try another school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 11, 2012

so happy with this school words cannot describe! my son is in pre-k loves it! and is exceling beyond my belief! he was just accepted to the gifted and talented program so siked!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 15, 2011

The teachers in this school are Amazing! It is a very well organized and well developed school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 18, 2011

This is a wonderful school. The principal and assistant principals are well coordinated and organized. You are very lucky if you are zoned for this school. The security guard, parent coordinator and pta are great.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 20, 2010

Debra Buszko and the Assistant Principals do a phenomenal job leading this school. I am extremely happy with the leadership and administration with this school. Happy Parent Rating 5
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 19, 2010

The administration and staff are great. Some teachers aren't that great. Student numbers have gone up in the classrooms.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 7, 2009

The admininstration and staff work together as a cohesive team to make education exciting .The school is warm and inviting.as you enter the school you are given a cheerful greeting by every one you meet.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 9, 2008

I am a parent to a very active Kindergartner. PS 21 has helped my child to settle into her classroom routine. They are proactive, thoughtful and caring.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 26, 2008

My daughter attended PS 21 for one year (2006-2007). WE LOVED IT! This school is excellent school. The staff is very warm and caring. The Students are overall well behaved. The Principal and Assistant Principals are awesome. They have a wonderful Parent Teacher Coordinator. Great Parenting Seminars! Great PTA. Great Security. Creative Family Nights!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 15, 2007

Ps.21 is a one of a kind school.I love it.The principal is a great leader,she has such quality and whats the best she knows all of her 1,300 students and parents. The teachers are great,they love each student.I am happy.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 26, 2007

I love this school the teachers are great!! Also the PTA is a sucess.Iam so happy that even if I move I think ill still try to leave my son in this school that is how happy I am!!!Go PS 21!!!!!!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 23, 2006

I love this school. The teachers arwe soooo kind a caring for all there students,the princable is great one of a kind .My son loves it
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 5, 2005

My son Daniel now attends P.S.21q as did I when I was a child. From my experience as having been a student there from k-6th grade, it was one of the best experiences of my life. All the students, and all the staff are very closely knit like a family. Each is concerned with eachothers well being and academic progress. Now I am proud to say that my son attends and loves this school. There is a great music program in the school. Also, I notice that every child has a voice that is heard. The teachers pay close attention each childs needs and prepare each child for the future successfully through high academic priorities from which they were taught. I believe in my school and my son's future and there is no other place that I would recommend other than Edward Hart (P.S.21). Keep up the good work!
—Submitted by stephanie leon, a parent


Posted August 15, 2005

PS 21 is a wonderful school for children. The teachers are truly caring about their students and the music program is fantastic! My kids are very happy attending this school.
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 56% in 2012.

202 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
67%
Math

The state average for Math was 61% in 2012.

207 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
80%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 59% in 2012.

186 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%

2011

 
 
71%
Math

The state average for Math was 69% in 2012.

189 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
87%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2011.

135 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
96%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 58% in 2012.

134 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
68%

2011

 
 
67%
Math

The state average for Math was 67% in 2012.

138 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
85%

2011

 
 
89%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

In 2009-2010, this school was given a grade of "B" for the elementary school level.

About the tests


Progress Report Grades measure the school's contribution to student learning in three areas: School Environment, Student Performance and Student Progress. Schools can receive additional credit for achieving exemplary performance progress among high-needs students. Progress Report Grades range from A to F.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York City Department of Education

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GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Asian/Pacific Islander 56% 8%
Hispanic 27% 21%
White 13% 51%
Black 3% 19%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 80%N/A44%
Limited English proficient 24%N/A7%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A13
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Fewer than 3 years experience 6%N/A10%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree and above 59%N/A33%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Teachers with no valid teaching certificate 3%N/A5%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008
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147-36 26th Ave
Flushing, NY 11354
Phone: (718) 445-8833

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