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P.S. 107 Thomas A Dooley

Public | PK-5 | 862 students

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Posted July 26, 2011

This is a wonderful school. My kids loved learning and attending every day. They have a great Parent Coordinator, who is easy to access for information or help with any situation. The Guidance department works with any issues you might be having school or home to make the year run smoothly with your child. I love this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 8, 2011

I'm 20 years old now. I went to school at P.S 107 for 3rd and 4th grade and I remember my experience being nothing but good memories. The teachers I had were all great I remember Mrs. Holley (hope i have the spelling correct) being an amazing teacher. If your child goes here I'm sure he or she is having a great experience as did I.


Posted March 14, 2011

This school is absolutely the best. The school is SUPER clean, which makes for a better learning enviroment. The teachers are so nice and only strict when they have to be. The principal, Mr.Phair is amazing. He is genuinely nice and he makes the school even better. They have so many events and activities for the children.. I miss it so much.


Posted April 29, 2010

I love this school because it hes a warm, clean, friendly and welcoming look and feel. I also love P.S. 107 because both of my boys grades 5 and 3 also love their school. They love going to school each day, I think we can all agree as parents that there is nothing more important then that. They feel safe and comfortable there each and everyday.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 29, 2010

excellent school a lot of great programs and extra activities for the kid true the year.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 24, 2010

I love P.S. 107 Dooley because of the time and dedication by both the teachers and parents given to the students every day. There are so many wonderful people intertwined in our children's lives and their genuine intentions of propelling our children forward both intellectually, socially shine through every day. Our principal, Mr. James Phair, is loved and respected both for is vision and dedication to our school and makes us feel like PS 107 is apart of every students family. We feel so fortunate to be a part of the PS 107 community!!!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 4, 2009

Had such a great time. Great Staff. Best principal ever!
—Submitted by a student


Posted November 2, 2009

PS 107 is an excellent school. The teachers and faculty are caring and well educated. I am so glad that my children were students there.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 25, 2009

As a parent of 3 children attending PS 107 I can honestly say it is a superb school. Mr. Phair and Mrs. Howell are fantastic principals and all the teachers and staff are wornderful. I am only sad that my youngest was not able to have Mrs. Kaufman for 2nd grade this year. We missed her by one year. We hope you are enjoying your retirement Mrs. Kaufman! You are missed at PS 107!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 25, 2009

This school is commited to children's learning. The teachers and staff are phenomenal! My child did very well & is now in middle school doing great. It's also fun!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 21, 2009

P.S. 107 was the best decision that my wife and I made to put our son in. Our son is in special ed and the year that my son is @ PS 107 in their special ed program we have noticed a big improvement. Your teachers and therapists are ace! The principal Mr. Phair and Assistant Principal Patricia Howll are creme ala creme! The parent coordinator Ronnie Malandrakis rocks PS 107. She is the best and the most caring Parent Coordinator that PS 107 has. Ronnie is gold! Gregory Aronoff, you rock Buddy!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 19, 2009

Each child's needs are individually addressed. The school offers a wonderful variety of extra programs and activities that enhance the childrens interest in learning. Wonderful well rounded educational experience.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 18, 2009

P.S. 107 is great schoold academically and socially. It was a second home for my children and my family. My boys have graduated out of P.S.107 from the IGC program, which was a great experience. They have many programs AIS, speech, Music, Art. Music in the Air is a great experience and alot of fun. The children look forward to going to school each day. The staff is also great from Mr. Phair, the Principal, the teachers to the Parent Coordinator, Ronnie.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 18, 2009

PS 107 is a great school! The teachers are great. The school has music, art, dance, weekly assembly programs, a basketball team, cheerleaders, glee clubs, a chess club and, of course, Music In The Air. They have an Art room, 2 lending libraries - junior and senior, 2 science labs and a computer room. It has it all.
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 16, 2009

PS 107 is a very good school. They teach all children to respect one another and the importance of education. Most importantly they treat all children equal regardless of their disabilities.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 15, 2009

I am an alumnus, class of 1967! My son recently graduated 5th grade (class of 2008). This is, by far, the finest elementary school - quality teachers, wonderful and caring principal, excellent programs. It just keeps getting better. My brother and sisters graduated from this school, as well as my husband. Thank you to all the dedicated teachers and principals throughout the years, especially Mr. Phair!! The Sternreich Family


Posted October 15, 2009

Thanks to a Mr. Phair and Mrs. Howell for being outstanding leaders at PS 107. The PTA works very hard to give the children support all year. Our parent coordinator, Ronnie, always has activities, workshops and an open door for all parents. And the teachers and staff are amazing! What can I say but that PS 107 is a Excellent school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 15, 2009

The education involved a well rounded cadre of extra curricular activities that gave the children a tremendous sense of pride in their school
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 15, 2009

PS 107 is a wonderful school for any child. Staff is very caring of all its students and devoted beyond belief. PS 107 rocks!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 14, 2009

I am very happy with P.S. 107 Q. The principal, parent coordinator, and teachers are working very hard for children. This is an excellent 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.

136 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
76%

2011

 
 
70%
Math

The state average for Math was 61% in 2012.

139 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%

2011

 
 
74%
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.

149 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
73%

2011

 
 
78%
Math

The state average for Math was 69% in 2012.

152 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
83%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2011.

128 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
97%
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.

126 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
72%
Math

The state average for Math was 67% in 2012.

130 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
83%
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

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

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 47% 8%
Hispanic 27% 21%
White 24% 51%
Black 2% 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 64%N/A44%
Limited English proficient 13%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 0%N/A10%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree and above 67%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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167-02 45th Ave
Flushing, NY 11358
Phone: (718) 762-5995

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