At a Glance
A warm early childhood center in one of Queens' most stable, homeowner-dominated neighborhoods
Families seeking high-quality pre-K and 3K in a stable, residential Queens neighborhood who don't mind limited transit options. Best for families who prioritize a strong teacher-workplace culture and are comfortable with the fact that this is a standalone early childhood center requiring a separate kindergarten transition.
- Universal pre-K admission — open to all district families, not zoned
- Exceptional teacher trust scores (99% principal trust, 100% collegial trust)
- 96% instruction quality rating from teachers
- Early childhood focus means age-appropriate curriculum and environment
- Located in one of Queens' most stable neighborhoods (97.7 stability score)
- Very small teacher survey sample (only 11 responses) — the strong numbers may not fully represent staff sentiment
- This is an early childhood center only — families must navigate separate kindergarten admissions next year
- Limited transit access means car-dependent for many families
- No state test data available — academic quality is assessed through classroom observation rather than measurable outcomes
- Low neighborhood education rate (28.7% BA+) may surprise parents expecting a highly educated parent body
Based on 2024-25 data
School SummaryDistrict
Charles R Drew Elc 1 operates in Queens School District 29. As a universal pre-K site, it competes for families against other early childhood options across the district. The school's exceptional teacher trust and instruction quality ratings distinguish it from peers where workplace culture may be more strained. However, the extremely small survey sample (11 teachers) means parents should treat these scores as directional rather than definitive.
As an early childhood center serving 3K and pre-K, this school does not participate in state ELA or math proficiency exams. Academic quality at this stage is measured through classroom observation and teacher surveys rather than standardized tests. The 96% teacher instruction quality rating indicates strong classroom practices.
Teacher survey results are remarkably strong: 99% trust in the principal and 100% collegial trust among teachers. These numbers suggest leadership is accessible and teachers feel supported. Instruction quality ratings of 96% indicate classrooms are well-run. However, only 11 teachers completed the survey — a very small sample that means these excellent numbers come with significant caveats about representativeness. Parents should visit to see the culture firsthand rather than relying solely on these numbers.
Queens Village is a predominantly homeowner neighborhood (73%) with a relatively low poverty rate of 8.8% and median household income of $98K — well above Queens averages. Only 28.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree, which is lower than many neighboring areas, but the neighborhood's education orientation score of 70.88 suggests families here value educational opportunities. The school serves early childhood families from across the district through universal pre-K admissions.
Queens Village scores extremely high on stability (97.7) and health environment (83.14), making it a reassuring place to raise young children. Safety scores of 63.6 are moderate — comparable to many residential Queens neighborhoods. Transit access (33.3) is limited, reflecting the area's suburban feel; most families drive or walk. The neighborhood has several parks and family-oriented businesses along Jamaica Avenue, though it's not as transit-dense as central Queens neighborhoods.
Queens Village has a walkable commercial corridor along Jamaica Avenue, but the neighborhood is largely residential and spread out. Most families drive or walk; the LIRR and bus service connect to the rest of Queens, but commute times to Manhattan are longer than in transit-rich areas. The area is very stroller-friendly with wide sidewalks.
Survey Results
NYC School Survey (2025)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Charles R Drew Elc 1 a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for Charles R Drew Elc 1 yet on Motley. It's a public school serving grades 3-K to Pre-K in Queens Village.
- What grades does Charles R Drew Elc 1 serve?
- Charles R Drew Elc 1 serves grades 3-K to Pre-K.
- How do students get into Charles R Drew Elc 1?
- Charles R Drew Elc 1 admits through the NYC 3-K and Pre-K application.
- Is Charles R Drew Elc 1 public, charter, or private?
- Charles R Drew Elc 1 is a public school.
- What neighborhood is Charles R Drew Elc 1 in?
- Charles R Drew Elc 1 is in Queens Village, Queens.
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