P.S. 019 Marino Jeantet

P.S. 019 Marino Jeantet is a large elementary school in Corona, Queens, serving grades K-5. It operates as a Community School, providing extensive support services to students and families, including food pantries, clothing closets, and mental health resources. The school aims to cultivate a family-like atmosphere through regular family events and parent workshops. Serving a predominantly Hispanic student population with a high percentage of English Language Learners and students with disabilities, the school demonstrates exceptionally high parent satisfaction, with nearly all parents reporting positive experiences with the school environment and their child's education. While academic proficiency in both ELA and Math falls below the citywide 25th percentile, the school maintains a very low suspension rate. Distinctive offerings include a Spanish Dual Language program and a STEM Discovery program. Teachers generally express positive views about the principal's effectiveness and would recommend the school to other families.