What is the best elementary school in Forest Hills?

P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway ranks highest by overall rating (97/100), ahead of The Academy for Excellence through the Arts. The best fit depends on your child — set your family's priorities for a personalized match.

How many elementary schools are in Forest Hills?

There are 12 elementary schools in Forest Hills.

How are these schools ranked?

By overall rating — the NYC DOE quality composite (on a /100 scale). Run a Smart Match to weigh academics, diversity, programs, commute, and special-education needs against your family's priorities.

Best Elementary Schools in Forest Hills

The top elementary schools in Forest Hills, ranked by overall rating. P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway leads with 97/100, followed by The Academy for Excellence through the Arts and P.S. 101 School in the Gardens. 12 elementary schools in Forest Hills in total.

The ranking

P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway71-25 113 STREET

Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary

97/100

The Academy For Excellence Through The Arts68-60 110 Street

Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary

95/100

P.S. 101 School In The Gardens2 RUSSELL PLACE

Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary

90/100

P.S. 144 Col Jeromus Remsen69-20 JUNO STREET

Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary

85/100

P.S. 175 The Lynn Gross Discovery School64-35 102 STREET

Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary

72/100

P.S. 220 Edward Mandel62-10 108 STREET

Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary

51/100

Yeshiva Sha'Arei Zion Ohel Bracha75-24 GRAND CENTRAL PARKWAY

Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary

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Kew Forest School119-17 UNION TURNPIKE

Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary

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Our Lady Queen Of Martyrs Catholic72-55 AUSTIN STREET

Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary

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P.S. Q23391-30 METROPOLITAN AVENUE

Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary6–8 Middle School9–12 High School

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The Cheder66-05 108 STREET

Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary

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Forest Hills Montessori School67-04 AUSTIN STREET

Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best elementary school in Forest Hills?: P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway ranks highest by overall rating (97/100), ahead of The Academy for Excellence through the Arts. The best fit depends on your child — set your family's priorities for a personalized match.
How many elementary schools are in Forest Hills?: There are 12 elementary schools in Forest Hills.
How are these schools ranked?: By overall rating — the NYC DOE quality composite (on a /100 scale). Run a Smart Match to weigh academics, diversity, programs, commute, and special-education needs against your family's priorities.

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