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District 2525

District 25 PRE-K Center

14-45 143RD STREET

At a Glance

A small pre-K center in a quiet, residential Queens neighborhood where families value space and stability

Best suited for

Families with pre-K-age children who live in College Point or nearby Whitestone and want a small, community-based early childhood experience. Works best for families with cars who value the quiet, residential character over transit access — and who plan to navigate the district's elementary school choices once their child moves up.

What stands out
  • Very small school (192 students) offering intimate pre-K experience
  • Location in a high-homeownership, low-poverty neighborhood
  • Strong teacher-reported safety across the district (97%)
  • Reflects community demographics — families see themselves represented
Things to consider
  • No academic proficiency data since this is a pre-K center — parents can't compare to district averages
  • Limited transit access means driving is necessary for most families
  • Very small enrollment means fewer extracurricular options than larger schools
  • As a pre-K only, families will need to plan for elementary school transitions

Based on 2024 data

School SummaryDistrict 25

District 25 is one of Queens' higher-performing districts, with elementary schools like The Active Learning Elementary School (92/100) and P.S. 079 Francis Lewis (90/100) setting a high bar. This pre-K center sits within that district but serves a different function — it's an entry point, not a K-12 option. Families choosing it are betting on the district's elementary schools for the long haul.

AcademicsSteady

As a pre-K center, this school doesn't participate in state ELA and Math exams, so there's no proficiency data to report. The district's elementary schools average 65% ELA and 70% Math proficiency, but those numbers don't directly apply here. What parents can evaluate is class size (24.7 students, right at the district average) and the 10% of students with IEPs receiving specialized support.

Culturemoderate

This school doesn't have student climate surveys since pre-K students are too young to complete them. However, the district's teacher-reported safety runs high at 97%, and parent satisfaction averages 94% across District 25 — suggesting the broader district values a positive school environment. With only a 0.25% suspension rate district-wide, disciplinary approaches tend toward supportive rather than punitive.

Community

The student body is predominantly Hispanic (57%) with significant Asian representation (29%), reflecting the broader College Point community. About 11% White and 3% Black students round out the diverse population. The diversity index of 59% indicates a mix of backgrounds, though the economic need index of 42.8% suggests a moderate number of students facing socioeconomic challenges — lower than many Queens schools but not universally affluent.

NeighborhoodCollege Point

College Point is a residential, family-oriented neighborhood in northeastern Queens with a high homeownership rate (53%) and median home values over $855,000. The poverty rate is low at 9.5%, and households with children make up about 23% of the area — less family-dense than some Queens neighborhoods but with strong community stability. Safety scores are decent (70th percentile), though transit access is limited (28th percentile), meaning most families drive or walk. There's decent park space and the area has a suburban, neighborly feel.

With low transit scores, most families drive or walk. The area is car-friendly with some street parking; walking is pleasant in this low-crime, residential neighborhood.

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

Moderate
57%Hispanic/Latino
3%Black
11%White
29%Asian
1%Multi-Racial

NYC DOE InfoHub · 2022-23

Economic Need & Special Populations

Economic Need Index
42.8%
IEP Students
9.9%
Frequently Asked Questions
Is District 25 PRE-K Center a good school?
Published quality ratings aren't available for District 25 PRE-K Center yet on Motley. It's a public school serving grades K to 12 in College Point.
What grades does District 25 PRE-K Center serve?
District 25 PRE-K Center serves grades K to 12.
Is District 25 PRE-K Center public, charter, or private?
District 25 PRE-K Center is a public school in NYC Community School District 25.
What neighborhood is District 25 PRE-K Center in?
District 25 PRE-K Center is in College Point, Queens.
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