2022 Best Public Elementary Schools in Ditmars Steinway

New Explorations into Science, Technology & Math School

• New York City Geographic District No. 1, NY•
• K-12
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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  208 reviews

Junior: Teachers at nest are committed to helping you grow. The college advisor is fantastic and the school is really great at helping you explore where you want to go. I came to nest because of the well roundedness, we are a stem school so the humanities have room for improvement, but you have the ability to chase after every passion. There is an overall pretty good sense of community, upperclassmen have the biggest bond while there can be a divide between new freshman and those who have been at nest for years, but the freshman theater class teaches empathy, self esteem, and kindness and is one of the main reasons I chose nest. There are plenty of clubs and activities to explore, you will find your people and bond with your favorite teachers. It's a beautiful and vibrant school and the amount of windows has a really amazing vibe. The best high school in NYC for me and my learning style, definitely has its flaws as does anywhere, but an overall amazing experience...Read 208 Reviews

• grade A+

• 1,808 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Anderson School (the)

• New York City Geographic District No. 3, NY•
• K-8
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  Rating 4.8 out of 5  5 reviews

Alum: This is a great school. I went to Anderson for 7 years (K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6) and I thought it was great for my development as a student in the community of learning. The academics are amazing, the teachers are very encouraging, and I was lucky to be in the best class ever. The school is small, but it brings the community together really well. I loved Anderson through many ups and downs. It prepares students really well for high school admissions and I truthfully think that it was super helpful during my early years as a student. They have great programs and experiences, especially for the kids in K-4. I wouldn't be where I am today without Anderson, and I am eternally grateful for all that this wonderful school has taught me. This school has a great environment. Anderson focuses on integrity and gratitude. It's the kind of school where the life lessons you learn will stick with you forever. It certainly has stuck with me. For anybody out there considering, I would recommend Anderson...Read 5 Reviews

• grade A

• 522 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Queens College School for Math, Science & Technology

• New York City Geographic District No. 25, NY•
• PK, K-8
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  Rating 4.2 out of 5  25 reviews

Senior: I am currently a junior at Queens College, majoring in Physics and Philosophy. I have previously attended Queens Preparatory Academy, where I graduated as valedictorian and was accepted into the SEEK program at Queens College. At Queens College, I was elected as the president of the Generation Leader program in the SEEK Department and was also given an opportunity by the Student Association to portray the role of an Academic Senator. During my studies at Queens College, I worked as an Editor for the Knight News for one year and served as a student leader for the International Student Club, and did many other activities. Queens College as a wealth of clubs and activities. At the heart of queens with much diversity and food...Read 25 Reviews

• grade A

• 516 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

30th Avenue the School (G. & T. Citywide)

• New York City Geographic District No. 30, NY•
• K-8
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  Rating 5 out of 5  4 reviews

Parent: Q300 is a gem of a school. The principal is a committed and strong leader who works with parents and takes his time to truly listen to and respond to their concerns. The teachers have high standards for academic achievement, but are also nurturing and help to build positive relationships in which kids learn how to appropriately and respectfully communicate with each other. Reading and mathematics are individualized and core subjects are studied hands on and in depth. The teachers maintain excellent communication with the parents and are responsive to parents' concerns. The school is socioeconomically and racially diverse. Parental involvement in the PTA and classroom events is high. There are numerous enrichment classes for the children including mindfulness, music, art, Spanish, explorations, and computer technology. There is also an after school program and after school chess...Read 4 Reviews

• grade A

• 542 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

P.S. 130

• New York City Geographic District No. 25, NY•
• PK, K-5
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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

• grade A

• 403 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Brooklyn School of Inquiry

• New York City Geographic District No. 20, NY•
• K-8

• grade A

• 531 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

P.S. 77 - Lower Lab School

• New York City Geographic District No. 2, NY•
• K-5
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  Rating 4 out of 5  4 reviews

Parent: We cannot day enough good things about our experience here. The teachers are simply amazing. The administration is committed to excellence and is progressive in educating the “whole child” through their values program. We are sad to be moving. We love Lower Lab!...Read 4 Reviews

• grade A

• 362 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Special Music School

• New York City Geographic District No. 3, NY•
• K-12
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  Rating 4.36 out of 5  14 reviews

Senior: I have attended both Special Music School's lower school and high school, so please note that this review is only about the high school. Despite its small size, it is a very good high school that provides a magnitude of opportunities for students to explore both their academic and musical interests at a high level. The school has its flaws, as does any, but you are able to truly shape your high school experience by collaborating with your teachers, and take any class that you really want to. There are many clubs you can participate in (debate team, math team, anime club, etc.), the same amount as there are in a big school. As for the music curriculum, private lessons are a crucial part of music education. All students at Special Music School receive free private lessons with actual musicians which is not part of the curriculum at any other performing arts school in New York. If you're looking to be a part of a highly driven community of creators and innovators, this school is for you...Read 14 Reviews

• grade A

• 305 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

P.S. 122 - Mamie Fay

• New York City Geographic District No. 30, NY•
• PK, K-8
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  Rating 4.14 out of 5  7 reviews

• grade A

• 1,369 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

TAG Young Scholars School

• New York City Geographic District No. 4, NY•
• K-8
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  Rating 3.75 out of 5  8 reviews

Middle School Student: I was a TAG student, from 2018. From my personal perspective, its a really great school, and it challenges you and pushes you far from your limits. In elementary, I went a different school, and I was always a top student, I took the TAG test in 5th grade, and got in. I though TAG wouldn't be too difficult since I was already smart. However, TAG was nothing like I imagined, its truly Gifted & Talented. The classes are rigorous, and my fist year was sort of difficult, but I got through it, and ended up in honors, after working extra hear. After the state test results came out, I got a higher score than ever before, (ELA- 98% & MATH- 100%). I never thought I could do so well, and I will forever be grateful for TAG's influence on me, and I want to acknowledge how great it has been for me. I will never regret coming here, so glad I did...Read 8 Reviews

• grade A

• 592 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

P.S./I.S. 266

• New York City Geographic District No. 26, NY•
• PK, K-8
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  Rating 3.5 out of 5  4 reviews

High School Senior: The students are overall good. There are a small handful of kids that are disrespectful/rowdy that constantly get disciplined. The school as a whole is on the cliquey side. The administration is generally nice. Students are generally successful as long as they put in the work...Read 4 Reviews

• grade A

• 623 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

P.S. 244Q - The Active Learning Elementary School

• New York City Geographic District No. 25, NY•
• PK, K-3
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  Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

Alum: The teachers are very nice and helpful. The teachers do not change around regularly so the teachers in the school knows every student in the school very well. The school has a very clean environment and great study environment. The cafeteria also provides healthy food for students and even the staff at the cafeteria are nice to the students. Teachers encourage the students to eat healthy. Students always like to have fun in the gym or the playground after break and there are always teachers there to supervise...Read 1 Review

• grade A

• 469 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

P.S. 2 - Alfred Zimberg

• New York City Geographic District No. 30, NY•
• K-5

• grade A

• 526 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

P.S. 242 - Leonard P. Stavisky Early Childhood School

• New York City Geographic District No. 25, NY•
• PK, K-3

• grade A

• 404 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

P.S. 84 - Steinway

• New York City Geographic District No. 30, NY•
• PK, K-5

• grade A minus

• 262 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

P.S. 85 - Judge Charles Vallone

• New York City Geographic District No. 30, NY•
• PK, K-5
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  Rating 3.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Parent: I absolutely love every one in these school.Teachers are very helpful and friendly Principal she's amazing and the staff are very good too Thanks ps85Read 2 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 656 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

STEM Bridge School (the)

• New York City Geographic District No. 11, NY•
• K-4
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  Rating 1 out of 5  1 review

• grade B+

• 265 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School

• New York City Geographic District No. 23, NY•
• PK, K-5
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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: This is my son's first year at Brooklyn Landmark and so far it has been an amazing time. The staff is so friendly and helpful and no matter if they don't know your name they still say hello. That speaks volumes to me because being able to trust a school with your child's education and safety is so important...Read 1 Review

• grade B+

• 410 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Brooklyn New School-Ps 146 (the)

• New York City Geographic District No. 15, NY•
• PK, K-5

• grade B+

• 723 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Ampark Neighborhood

• New York City Geographic District No. 10, NY•
• PK, K-5

• grade B+

• 383 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Central Park East I Elementary School

• New York City Geographic District No. 4, NY•
• PK, K-5

• grade B+

• 172 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School

• New York City Geographic District No. 5, NY•
• K-5

• grade B

• 205 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

P.S/M.S. 498 Van Nest Academy For Environmental Health Sciences And Technology

• New York City Geographic District No. 11, NY•
• K-8
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  Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

Middle School Student: The lunch food is rlly bad but then again it is a public school. The teachers seem to care about you a lot. If they see your upset they will try to comfort you and they are really easy to talk to. The guidance department is crazy about high school which is a really good thing. They start getting you to think about it from 6-8th grade. The basketball team is good this year. Wish there were more sports teams and after school activities though...Read 1 Review

• grade B

• 659 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Brooklyn Brownstone School

• New York City Geographic District No. 16, NY•
• PK, K-5

• grade B

• 295 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Bronx Delta School

• New York City Geographic District No. 8, NY•
• PK, K-5

• grade B

• 434 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio