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Jamaica Children's School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
109-20 UNION HALL ST, Jamaica, NY 11433
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,581 of 4,742
In Jamaica
#45 of 48
public schools
In district
#49 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
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Jamaica Children's School
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About Jamaica Children's School
Jamaica Children's School is a public elementary school in Jamaica, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. Jamaica Children's School serves approximately 242 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Jamaica Children's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,581 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Jamaica Children's School show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Jamaica Children's School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
50% of students at Jamaica Children's 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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Jamaica Children's School — Students at Jamaica Children's School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 16 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: 1.7/10.
How Jamaica Children's School Compares
See how Jamaica Children's School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
109-20 UNION HALL ST, Jamaica, NY 11433
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jamaica Children's School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 140 EDWARD K ELLINGTON (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DAVID N DINKINS SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 40 SAMUEL HUNTINGTON (rated 7.3/10), which scores notably higher. 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 | 0.0 mi | 7.3 |
| JHS 8 RICHARD S GROSSLEY Jamaica | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| YORK EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY Jamaica | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| EMERSON SCHOOL (THE) Jamaica | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| DAVID N DINKINS SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES AT YORK COLLEGE Jamaica | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| PS 160 WALTER FRANCIS BISHOP Jamaica | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| HS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT AND PUBLIC SAFETY Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| PS/IS 116 WILLIAM C HUGHLEY Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 140 EDWARD K ELLINGTON Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| ALLEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.7 mi | — |
| EAGLE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG MEN III Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| RISING STARS ISLAMIC SCHOOL Jamaica | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| QUEENS TRANSITION CENTER Jamaica | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| PS/IS 268 Jamaica | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 50 TALFOURD LAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 123 South Ozone Park | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| MS 358 Jamaica | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| QUEENS SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND EXCELLENCE (THE) Jamaica | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| QUEENS SATELLITE HIGH SCHOOL FOR OPPORTUNITY Jamaica | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
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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|---|---|
| BILINGUAL BICULTURAL SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY | 3.2 |
| CITIZENSHIP AND SCIENCE ACADEMY OF ROCHESTER CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 3.2 |
| GENERAL WILLIAM FLOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holland Patent, NY | 3.2 |
| PS 110 THEODORE SCHOENFELD Bronx, NY | 3.2 |
| PS 262 EL HAJJ MALIK EL SHABAZZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 3.2 |
| PS 54 SAMUEL C BARNES Brooklyn, NY | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jamaica Children's School
What grades does Jamaica Children's School serve?
Jamaica Children's School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Jamaica Children's School?
Jamaica Children's School has an enrollment of approximately 242 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jamaica Children's School?
The student-teacher ratio at Jamaica Children's School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jamaica Children's School rank in NY?
Jamaica Children's School ranks #4,581 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Jamaica Children's School's MySchoolScout rating?
Jamaica Children's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Jamaica Children's School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jamaica Children's School has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
Is Jamaica Children's School a charter school?
No, Jamaica Children's School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jamaica Children's School a Title I school?
No, Jamaica Children's School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jamaica Children's School?
89.3% of students at Jamaica Children's 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 242
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.0%
- Phone
- (718) 526-0160
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #49 of 50
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