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Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the)

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28

126-10 BEDELL ST, Jamaica, NY 11434

Enrollment

502

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,022 of 4,742

In Jamaica

#23 of 48

public schools

In district

#28 of 50

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the)

6.6/10

Elementary School in Jamaica · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the)

Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) is a public elementary school in Jamaica, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) serves approximately 502 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,022 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

50% of students at Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change+1.84 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2022
TrendImproving
Academics2.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-36.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-40.3 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-23.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Chronic Absenteeism50.2%

Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) — Students at Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

78.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 25.8% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 33.8% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 28 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2012
Math
22%
ELA
12%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
15%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
18%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
49.5%
2021*
Math
30.6%
ELA
52.4%
2022
Math
17.1%
ELA
20.6%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) Compares

See how Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
57th percentile in NY
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
50.2%

Location

126-10 BEDELL ST, Jamaica, NY 11434

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 140 EDWARD K ELLINGTON (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROCHDALE EARLY ADVANTAGE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RIVERTON STREET CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Saint Albans), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ROCHDALE EARLY ADVANTAGE CHARTER SCHOOL Jamaica 0.2 mi 7.5
CATHERINE & COUNT BASIE MIDDLE SCHOOL 72 Jamaica 0.4 mi 5.4
REDWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Jamaica 0.4 mi 6.9
PS 80 THURGOOD MARSHALL MAGNET SCHOOL OF MULTIMEDIA (THE) Jamaica 0.5 mi 5.4
PS 140 EDWARD K ELLINGTON Jamaica 0.6 mi 7.8
AUGUST MARTIN HIGH SCHOOL Jamaica 0.6 mi 7.7
VOYAGES PREP-SOUTH QUEENS Jamaica 0.6 mi 7.5
NEW VISIONS CHTR HS-ADV MA/SCI IV Jamaica 0.6 mi 6.8
HS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT AND PUBLIC SAFETY Jamaica 0.6 mi 6.3
ALLEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jamaica 0.8 mi —
EAGLE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG MEN III Jamaica 0.8 mi 8.0
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST LEGACY CHARTER SCHOOL Saint Albans 0.8 mi 5.4
RIVERTON STREET CHARTER SCHOOL Saint Albans 0.9 mi 6.4
QUEENS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Jamaica 1.0 mi —
PS 36 SAINT ALBANS SCHOOL Saint Albans 1.0 mi 5.4
CYNTHIA JENKINS SCHOOL Jamaica 0.9 mi 3.8
PS 45 CLARENCE WITHERSPOON South Ozone Park 0.9 mi 3.5
PS 223 LYNDON B JOHNSON Jamaica 0.9 mi 3.6
PS 15 JACKIE ROBINSON Springfield Gardens 1.0 mi 5.3
PS 52 Jamaica 1.3 mi 2.7

Neighborhood 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 Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the)

What grades does Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) serve?

Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the)?

Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) has an enrollment of approximately 502 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) rank in NY?

Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) ranks #2,022 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

Is Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) a charter school?

No, Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) a Title I school?

No, Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the)?

78.7% of students at Jermaine L Green Stem Institute of Queens (the) qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
76 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
78.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
50.2%
Phone
(718) 276-1348

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District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
District Enrollment
38,052
Schools in District
50
District Rank
#28 of 50

Other Schools in This District

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