The Active Learning Elementary School

ELA proficiency at 89.6% and math at 93.6% place this school well above the district averages of 65% and 70% respectively — a significant gap that reflects strong academic outcomes. However, the historical trend shows meaningful volatility: ELA scores dipped from the high 80s to around 60% between 2022 and 2024 before rebounding sharply in 2025, while math followed a similar pattern. The 2025 scores represent a recovery to the school's earlier performance levels, suggesting either a stabilization or a response to past challenges. The overall score of 3.66 out of 4 also exceeds the district average of 2.69.

The survey data tells a remarkable story: 96% parent satisfaction, 99% parent-teacher trust, 99% parent-principal trust, and 96% reporting strong relationships. Teachers are equally positive — 90% rate instruction quality highly, 89% trust the principal, and an impressive 99% report collegial trust among staff. Teacher-reported safety sits at 100%, and discipline data shows zero suspensions across three consecutive years. With 330 family survey responses (a 74% rate), these numbers reflect genuine community buy-in rather than a vocal minority. The day-to-day feel appears to be one of strong partnership between families and staff.

The student body is 91% Asian, reflecting the demographics of the Flushing-Willets Point neighborhood. With only 1% Black, 6% Hispanic, and 1% White students, this is a notably homogeneous population — something to consider for families seeking a more diverse environment. The economic need index of 72 is high (well above the citywide average), indicating many students come from lower-income households. IEP students represent 9% of enrollment. Notably, PTA fundraising totaled just $70 for the year — $0 per student — which is below the district average of $50 per student and suggests limited parent financial contributions to supplemental programs.

Flushing-Willets Point is a family-dense area (82nd percentile) with moderate safety concerns (30th percentile) and strong transit access (63rd percentile). The neighborhood has a high health environment score (96th percentile) but elevated asthma rates and some environmental health considerations. About a quarter of residents own homes, and median household income is around $50,000 with a 20% poverty rate. Roughly a quarter of adults hold bachelor's degrees. Families will find good transit options and neighborhood density, though the area has safety considerations that are worth understanding before enrolling.

The neighborhood is transit-accessible and dense, making it feasible for families to walk or take public transportation to school — typical for this area of Queens