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#4317 of 4,742 schools in NY
Cynthia Jenkins School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
179-37 137TH AVE, Jamaica, NY 11434
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,317 of 4,742
In Jamaica
#42 of 48
public schools
In district
#44 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
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About Cynthia Jenkins School
Cynthia Jenkins School is a public elementary school in Jamaica, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29. Cynthia Jenkins School serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Cynthia Jenkins School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,317 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Cynthia Jenkins School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Cynthia Jenkins School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
65% of students at Cynthia Jenkins School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cynthia Jenkins School — Students at Cynthia Jenkins School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.
How Cynthia Jenkins School Compares
See how Cynthia Jenkins School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
179-37 137TH AVE, Jamaica, NY 11434
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cynthia Jenkins School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - SPRINGFIELD GARDENS (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Springfield Gardens), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 132 RALPH BUNCHE (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Springfield Gardens), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 251 (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Springfield Gardens), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11434 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,668
Median Home Value
$585,600
Median Rent
$1,409/mo
Population
67,611
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
48.8%
Avg Commute
47.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
40.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cynthia Jenkins School
What grades does Cynthia Jenkins School serve?
Cynthia Jenkins School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cynthia Jenkins School?
Cynthia Jenkins School has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cynthia Jenkins School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cynthia Jenkins School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cynthia Jenkins School rank in NY?
Cynthia Jenkins School ranks #4,317 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Cynthia Jenkins School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cynthia Jenkins School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cynthia Jenkins School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cynthia Jenkins School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cynthia Jenkins School a charter school?
No, Cynthia Jenkins School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cynthia Jenkins School a Title I school?
No, Cynthia Jenkins School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cynthia Jenkins School?
81.4% of students at Cynthia Jenkins School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 274
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.6%
- Phone
- (718) 528-5399
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29- District Enrollment
- 23,648
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #44 of 46
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