P.S. 171 Peter G. Van Alst vs P.S. 234
Public · Old Astoria-Hallets Point
P.S. 171 Peter G. Van Alst
Grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE
Public · Astoria (Central)
P.S. 234
Grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE
P.S. 171 Peter G. Van Alst and P.S. 234 are both public schools in Old Astoria-Hallets Point and Astoria (Central). P.S. 234 rates higher on every metric we compare, including overall rating and ela proficiency. Overall: 52/100 (P.S. 171 Peter G. Van Alst) vs 89/100 (P.S. 234).
How they compare
| Metric | P.S. 171 Peter G. Van Alst | P.S. 234 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 52/100 | 89/100 (leads) |
| ELA proficiency | 48% | 91% (leads) |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 87% (leads) |
| Attendance | 91% | 92% (leads) |
| Student diversity | 73% | 77% (leads) |
| Average class size | 24 | 24 |
| Parent satisfaction | 93/100 | 94/100 (leads) |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is P.S. 171 Peter G. Van Alst or P.S. 234 a better fit?
- P.S. 171 Peter G. Van Alst and P.S. 234 are both public schools in Old Astoria-Hallets Point and Astoria (Central). P.S. 234 leads on overall rating, ela proficiency, and math proficiency. The right fit depends on your child — run a Smart Match to weigh these against your family's priorities.
- How do P.S. 171 Peter G. Van Alst and P.S. 234 compare on test scores?
- P.S. 171 Peter G. Van Alst: 48% ELA proficiency and 56% math proficiency. P.S. 234: 91% ELA and 87% math.
- What grades do P.S. 171 Peter G. Van Alst and P.S. 234 serve?
- P.S. 171 Peter G. Van Alst serves grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE; P.S. 234 serves grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE.
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