Hunters Point Elementary School

Hunters Point Elementary School (PS 384) in Long Island City, Queens, is recognized for its strong academic performance and nurturing community. The school consistently achieves high proficiency rates in both English Language Arts (84%) and Math (79%), placing it well above citywide medians. Parents frequently commend the dedicated principal and teaching staff, highlighting a positive learning environment where children thrive academically and socially. The school's philosophy emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and citizenship, fostering a love of learning through authentic experiences. Opened in 2019, the school moved into a modern, fully accessible building in Hunters Point South in 2021, featuring an outdoor playground, library, and "gymnatorium." This location offers views towards the East River and Manhattan. Parent satisfaction with education is high, and the school is noted for excellent instruction and strong family relationships. The student body is less economically disadvantaged than many city schools, with a low Economic Need Index.