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#503 of 992 private schools in NY

Al-iman School

Elementary School

8989 VAN WYCK EXPY, Jamaica, NY 11435

Private

Enrollment

36

Student-Teacher

5.9:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 7th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#503 of 992

In Jamaica

#6 of 9

public schools

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Al-iman School

6.3/10

Elementary School in Jamaica · grades Pre-K – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Al-iman School

Al-iman School is a private elementary school in Jamaica, NY. Al-iman School serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Al-iman School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #503 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares0.4 pts above NY schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 36 students, Al-iman School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 5.9:1 students to teachers, Al-iman School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Al-iman School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Al-iman School compares to 36 public schools serving similar grades in Jamaica, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.9:1
This School
vs
13.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
36
This School
vs
567
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 77.8% vs 0%
White 11.1% vs 0%
Black 2.8% vs 0%
Al-iman School Jamaica Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Al-iman School (this school) 6.3
PS 82 HAMMOND 4.8
PS 50 TALFOURD LAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.3
PS 117 J KELD/BRIARWOOD SCHOOL 6.1
JHS 217 ROBERT A VAN WYCK 5.3
PS 182 SAMANTHA SMITH 7.4
YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL-QUEENS 8.5
PS 161 ARTHUR ASHE SCHOOL 4.8
PS 86 7.0
GROWING UP GREEN CHARTER SCHOOL II 2.6
MS 358 7.3
QUEENS SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND EXCELLENCE (THE) 3.2
DAVID N DINKINS SCHOOL 7.6
PS 160 WALTER FRANCIS BISHOP 4.6
QUEENS COLLEGIATE - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL 6.3
QUEENS GATEWAY TO HEALTH SCIENCES SECONDARY SCHOOL 7.5
PS 40 SAMUEL HUNTINGTON 7.3
JAMAICA CHILDREN'S SCHOOL 3.2
JHS 8 RICHARD S GROSSLEY 6.4
YORK EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY 6.3
EMERSON SCHOOL (THE) 5.6

Showing 20 of 36 schools. View all schools in Jamaica

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.6 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 38%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.3 / 10
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Enrollment 36
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Asian 77.8%
White 11.1%
Two or More 8.3%
Black 2.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8989 VAN WYCK EXPY, Jamaica, NY 11435

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Al-iman School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 99 KEW GARDENS (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Kew Gardens), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 182 SAMANTHA SMITH (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YESHIVAT OHR HAIIM (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Richmond Hill), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 82 HAMMOND Jamaica 0.2 mi 4.8
TIEGERMAN HIGH SCHOOL Richmond Hill 0.3 mi 8.0
YESHIVAT OHR HAIIM Richmond Hill 0.4 mi 7.0
PS 55 MAURE Richmond Hill 0.5 mi 6.8
THERESA PAPLIN SCHOOL Briarwood 0.6 mi 6.6
THERESA PAPLIN SCHOOL Jamaica 0.6 mi 6.6
PS 117 J KELD/BRIARWOOD SCHOOL Jamaica 0.6 mi 6.1
PS 54 HILLSIDE Richmond Hill 0.5 mi 5.7
JHS 217 ROBERT A VAN WYCK Jamaica 0.7 mi 5.3
PS 50 TALFOURD LAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamaica 0.6 mi 6.3
ARCHBISHOP MOLLOY HIGH SCHOOL Briarwood 0.7 mi 4.2
PS 161 ARTHUR ASHE SCHOOL Jamaica 0.8 mi 4.8
YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL-QUEENS Jamaica 0.8 mi 8.5
PS 182 SAMANTHA SMITH Jamaica 0.7 mi 7.4
TIEFERES TORAH INSTITUTE Kew Gardens 0.7 mi 6.6
GROWING UP GREEN CHARTER SCHOOL II Jamaica 0.9 mi 2.6
PS 86 Jamaica 0.8 mi 7.0
HILLCREST HIGH SCHOOL Jamaica 0.9 mi 6.0
EPIC HIGH SCHOOL - NORTH South Richmond Hill 0.9 mi 4.7
PS 99 KEW GARDENS Kew Gardens 1.0 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11435 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,430

Median Home Value

$550,300

Median Rent

$1,820/mo

Population

58,424

College Educated

32.4%

Homeownership

35.5%

Avg Commute

46.5 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

36.6

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School Rating
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MOHAWK COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL White Plains, NY 6.3
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MOTHER FRANCISKA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Staten Island, NY 6.2
FLATBUSH SDA SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Al-iman School

What grades does Al-iman School serve?

Al-iman School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.

How many students attend Al-iman School?

Al-iman School has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Al-iman School?

The student-teacher ratio at Al-iman School is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Al-iman School rank in NY?

Al-iman School ranks #503 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Al-iman School's MySchoolScout rating?

Al-iman School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Al-iman School a private school?

Yes, Al-iman School is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Al-iman School a religious school?

Al-iman School has a Islamic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
94 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
36
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Islamic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County

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