P.S.171 Peter G.Van Alst Elementary School

P.S.171 Peter G.Van Alst Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5
14-14 29TH Ave,  Long Island City, NY
New York City Geographic District No. 30
3.0
4.8
399 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Principal - Ms. Anne Bussel
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Math Proficiency
12%
Reading Proficiency
27%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
12%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
39
Full Time Teachers
39
Teachers in First or Second Year
4.8%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
32%
State Average
20%
Math
32%
State Average
22%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
496:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.5%
Female
49.5%
Hispanic
50.8%
Black
22.3%
White
12.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
12.4%
Two or more races
1.3%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.0 2 Reviews
5.0 Parent
6/6/2024
My son has been going to this school since 3K. We are so happy here, and absolutely love the administration and his Kindergarten Teacher. He is currently in the Horizon program, which is so fantastic for kids with ASD. I feel he is very supported and cared for in a nurturing environment.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.8 5 Reviews
5.0 parent
7/4/2025
If you've ever heard the phrase "No child left behind," then I'll have you know this is the embodiment of 171. I currently have both of my boys enrolled there, and I cannot say enough how grateful I am to their school principal, Mrs. K, and vice principal, Dr. Arnold. I have never come across admini...
5.0 parent
11/6/2020
I love this school , they have helped my son thrive in his education, the teachers and staff helped him to love school and enjoy . School is not just learning it’s also fun and he learned that through everyone at PS 171Q
5.0 parent
6/17/2020
My son attended pre-K here and we couldn't have been happier. The school respects and embraces diversity, and from the top down, everyone was courteous and professional. The school offers many additional programs for both students, parents and the community including ESL breakfasts and parent corps...
5.0 parent
8/1/2013
This is school has a amazing group of dedicates and save teachers. My son have really hard time to express himself in writing word, he was just in 4th gr., when I finally decided to transfer him. He has change for the better and even dough still work to be done for him completely overcome this diffi...

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P.S.171 Peter G.Van Alst Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Long Island City, NY and is served by the New York City Geographic District No. 30 in New York. The school has a total enrollment of 399 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 12% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 27% are proficient in reading. P.S.171 Peter G.Van Alst Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $709,495. Discover additional schools in the area, like Long Island City High School, P226M Junior High Annex, M449 Vanguard High School, and more. Learn more about what Long Island City has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near P.S.171 Peter G.Van Alst Elementary School.

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