P.S./I.S. 78Q

P.S./I.S. 78Q, serving students from Pre-K through 5th grade in Long Island City, is widely regarded as an excellent school, consistently ranking among the top performers in New York City for academics, school climate, and student progress. The school is known for its outstanding and dedicated teachers and strong leadership. Academically, students demonstrate high proficiency in both ELA and Math, with scores well above citywide averages, and a significant percentage of students engage in accelerated coursework. The school implements the Renzulli Schoolwide Enrichment Model across all grades, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and integrating arts into the core curriculum. Its unique waterfront location provides opportunities for hands-on science lessons, including maintaining an oyster bed. Parents are highly involved and express exceptional satisfaction with the school. While the school boasts an excellent climate and high student safety ratings, overcrowding is a persistent concern, with the school operating significantly over capacity and lacking a dedicated gymnasium or auditorium.