P.S. 041 Crocheron

P.S. 041 Crocheron delivers exceptional academic results — 87.5% ELA proficiency and 94.7% math proficiency compare favorably to district averages of 75.8% and 80.2% respectively. The school has shown a steady climb from 71.2% ELA in 2016 to today’s 87.5%, with math reaching as high as 94.7% in 2025. Performance is strong across all tested grades, with 4th graders leading at 90% ELA and 96.7% math. The overall quality rating of 3.64 out of 4 sits well above the district average of 3.12, placing this school among the highest-performing elementary schools in District 26.

The school environment reflects exceptional trust and cohesion. Parent satisfaction sits at 94%, with nearly unanimous trust in both teachers (97%) and the principal (96%). Every single teacher surveyed reported strong relationships, high-quality instruction, and trust in leadership — a 100% score that’s rare in any school. Attendance is solid at 94.9%, marginally above the district average. Discipline is exemplary: zero suspensions across the past three school years, indicating a supportive, restorative approach to student behavior.

The student body is 57% Asian, 21% Hispanic, 18% white, and 3% multi-racial, reflecting Bayside’s diverse but predominantly Asian immigrant community. With 17% IEP students and a moderate economic need index of 38.7%, the school serves a broad range of learners within a generally affluent neighborhood. PTA fundraising of $310 per student — well above the district average of $96 — indicates active family involvement and resources that supplement the curriculum.

Bayside is a stable, residential Queens neighborhood characterized by single-family homes, high homeownership (64.6%), and a median home value near $957,000. The area scores in the 94th percentile for education orientation and ranks highly for health environment (98th percentile), though transit access is limited (21st percentile). Crime density is moderate, and the neighborhood earns a safety score of 73.56 — above average for the city. Families with children make up about 20% of households.

Bayside is a car-dependent neighborhood with limited subway access — families typically commute by car or bus. The school draws from a defined zoned area, so most students walk or are driven from nearby streets. Parents should expect driving to be the primary mode for extracurricular activities or commutes outside the immediate area.