Very Good
#1090 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 23% in state
David N Dinkins School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
108-29 155TH ST, Jamaica, NY 11433
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,090 of 4,742
In Jamaica
#10 of 48
public schools
In district
#16 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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David N Dinkins School
Elementary School in Jamaica · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About David N Dinkins School
David N Dinkins School is a public elementary school in Jamaica, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. David N Dinkins School serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. David N Dinkins School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,090 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for David N Dinkins School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at David N Dinkins 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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David N Dinkins School — Students at David N Dinkins School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91%
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: 9.4/10.
How David N Dinkins School Compares
See how David N Dinkins School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
108-29 155TH ST, Jamaica, NY 11433
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering David N Dinkins School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 182 SAMANTHA SMITH (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PS 40 SAMUEL HUNTINGTON (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 86 (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 40 SAMUEL HUNTINGTON Jamaica | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| JAMAICA CHILDREN'S SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.3 mi | 3.2 |
| PS 160 WALTER FRANCIS BISHOP Jamaica | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES AT YORK COLLEGE Jamaica | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| JHS 8 RICHARD S GROSSLEY Jamaica | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 50 TALFOURD LAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| YORK EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY Jamaica | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| EMERSON SCHOOL (THE) Jamaica | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| QUEENS TRANSITION CENTER Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| PS 182 SAMANTHA SMITH Jamaica | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| RISING STARS ISLAMIC SCHOOL Jamaica | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| QUEENS SATELLITE HIGH SCHOOL FOR OPPORTUNITY Jamaica | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| MS 358 Jamaica | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| QUEENS SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND EXCELLENCE (THE) Jamaica | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| PS 123 South Ozone Park | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| HS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT AND PUBLIC SAFETY Jamaica | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL-QUEENS Jamaica | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| PS/IS 116 WILLIAM C HUGHLEY Jamaica | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| HILLCREST HIGH SCHOOL Jamaica | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 86 Jamaica | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11433 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,177
Median Home Value
$625,600
Median Rent
$1,529/mo
Population
37,777
College Educated
19.1%
Homeownership
46.8%
Avg Commute
45.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
35.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A F PALMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL / WINDSOR CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Windsor, NY | 7.6 |
| BABYLON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Babylon, NY | 7.6 |
| BABYLON MEMORIAL GRADE SCHOOL Babylon, NY | 7.6 |
| BIRCHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady, NY | 7.6 |
| CHANCELLOR LIVINGSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rhinebeck, NY | 7.6 |
| ELMWOOD-FRANKLIN SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about David N Dinkins School
What grades does David N Dinkins School serve?
David N Dinkins School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend David N Dinkins School?
David N Dinkins School has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at David N Dinkins School?
The student-teacher ratio at David N Dinkins School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does David N Dinkins School rank in NY?
David N Dinkins School ranks #1,090 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is David N Dinkins School's MySchoolScout rating?
David N Dinkins School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 David N Dinkins School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, David N Dinkins School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is David N Dinkins School a charter school?
No, David N Dinkins School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is David N Dinkins School a Title I school?
No, David N Dinkins School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for David N Dinkins School?
91.0% of students at David N Dinkins 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
- 446
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.1%
- Phone
- (718) 558-6700
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #16 of 50
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