Overview

Ps 17 Henry David Thoreau is a public school in Queens, NY. It is one of 32 elementary schools in New York City Geographic District #30.

School Rating

Ps 17 Henry David Thoreau is performing average compared to public and charter schools in New York with the same grade levels.
5/10
GreatSchools Rating

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School

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3.6
20 Reviews
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Neighborhood

28-37 29TH ST
Queens, NY 11102
School leader: Ms Rebecca Heyward
(718) 278-1220
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School attendance zone
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