As a parent with three children in PS 94, I feel tremendously blessed. They are receiving a private school education in a public school atmoshphere. The teachers are all top notch who truly care, work with the parents and put in the time to help with whatever the students need. We all love the principal
... Read more who makes herself available to every student and parent. Compared to the other public schools in NYC, I know this school is in a class all by itself. Its just too bad that the Chancellor instead of rewarding excellence keeps punishing the school by taking more and more money from its budget -- just because all the students excel and pass the state exams with flying colors. I hope these setbacks doesnt takeaway from its greatness in the near future. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/08/08
The school is an excellent school which is not a surprise since it is a reflection of the family-oriented, affluent neighborhood that it's zoned for. I would wholeheartedly agree with other parents who say that PS 94 is a citywide top school. With that being said, there is however a slow but steady
... Read more erosion of very qualified teachers among its ranks. I am concerned about the future of the school. There are some disturbing elements within the school's culture of nepotism and flagrant favoritism. This has to be a product of the principal's leadership. Perhaps a different leadership direction can ensure the school's reputation of excellence in the future. Hopefully it will not be too late. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/19/06
The quality of the academic programs is great . Most teachers are very good. There are many extracurricular activities available for the children. I am very happy with the level of parents involvement in the school. The best thing is the diversity of the school. However there is a major problem in
... Read more the school and is the Principal Mrs. Barbeosh. She plays favoritism to a certain group of people. The school would be the best in the district if they chose a new principal. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/31/05
I really enjoy having my child attend this school!I as parent would recommend this school to any parent or child to attend PS 94 because this school is the best school of New York!
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* In 2006-2007 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, in grades 4 and 8 in science and in grades 5 and 8 in social studies. The 2006-2007 results for English language arts are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. Math results will be added after their release by the New York State Education Department. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.
Student enrollment:
422
Students per teacher:
11
Full-time teachers:
37
Number of classrooms:
10
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Adult Education Classes
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English as Second Language
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Little Neck schools — Ps 94 David D Porter is located at 41-77 Little Neck Pkwy, Little Neck NY 11363. 41-77 Little Neck Pkwy is in the 11363 ZIP code in Little Neck, NY The school district for Ps 94 David D Porter is the New York City Department Of Education. Ps 94 David D Porter is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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