P.S. 128 The Lorraine Tuzzo, Juniper Valley Elementary School

P.S. 128 The Lorraine Tuzzo, Juniper Valley Elementary School, located in Middle Village, Queens, serves students from Kindergarten through 8th grade. The school is widely recognized for its strong academic performance, with ELA and Math proficiency rates well above the citywide median. A very high percentage of students are engaged in accelerated coursework, indicating a robust academic focus. The school fosters a dynamic environment that nurtures students' academic, artistic, and athletic talents. Parent sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with families praising the principal and faculty for their communication and welcoming approach. The school has consistently outperformed its district and the state in academic proficiency. While generally well-regarded, some parents have expressed concerns regarding bullying not always being effectively addressed and past issues with overcrowding, though a building addition was planned to alleviate space constraints. The school also offers free after-school programs that provide educational enrichment, including STEM activities and social-emotional learning.