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#2192 of 4,739 schools in NY

Top 46% in state

PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27

108-10 109TH AVE, South Ozone Park, NY 11420

Enrollment

1,128

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In South Ozone Park

#4 of 11

public schools

New York elementary schools

#1,242 of 2,549

In district

#26 of 63

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27

Equity

8.4 / 10

Very strong

About PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler

PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler serves 1,128 students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in South Ozone Park, Queens. This elementary school maintains a manageable student-teacher ratio of 15.9:1 with 71 full-time equivalent teachers, creating opportunities for more individualized attention in the classroom. Academically, the school performs well above average, earning a 7.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking in the 79th percentile statewide at #1016 out of 4,758 New York elementary schools.

Students demonstrate solid achievement with 65% reaching proficiency or above in English Language Arts and 61% meeting standards in mathematics across all grade levels tested. The school draws families from a stable middle-class community where the median household income reaches $97,919 and the poverty rate remains relatively low at 10.1%. With median home values around $654,700, the neighborhood reflects an established residential area, though only 21% of adults hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

As a regular public school in Queens County, PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler operates within New York City's large urban school system, serving families in this diverse South Ozone Park community where nearly 51,000 residents call the area home.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+0.69 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendStable
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62%
Reading/ELA Proficiency67%
Math vs. State Avg+8.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.1 pts
Overall Proficiency65%
Expected (poverty-adj.)47%
vs. Expected+17.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1

PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler — Students at PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 61.8%
School
State
48.1%
ELA Proficiency 64.4%
School
State
57.0%

Based on 10 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
64%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
61.3%
ELA
65.5%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler Compares

See how PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
54th percentile in NY
Academic
7.9/10
7.9/10
Growth
7.5/10
Above average
Environment
2.4/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
71 teachers

Location

108-10 109TH AVE, South Ozone Park, NY 11420

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 121 (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 62 CHESTER PARK SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby South Richmond Hill), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 63 OLD SOUTH (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Ozone Park), with a very similar rating. For more schools in South Ozone Park, see our South Ozone Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
JOHN ADAMS HIGH SCHOOL Ozone Park 0.3 mi 7.4
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC ACADEMY South Ozone Park 0.3 mi 5.4
MS 137 AMERICA'S SCHOOL OF HEROES Ozone Park 0.4 mi 7.1
PS 100 GLEN MORRIS South Ozone Park 0.5 mi 4.9
PS 62 CHESTER PARK SCHOOL South Richmond Hill 0.7 mi 7.0
PS 65 RAYMOND YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (THE) Ozone Park 0.6 mi 4.9
S.T.A.R. LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Richmond Hill 0.8 mi 5.0
EPIC HIGH SCHOOL - NORTH South Richmond Hill 0.9 mi 6.2
HIGH SCHOOL-CONSTRUCTION TRADES ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURE Ozone Park 0.9 mi 6.8
PS 161 ARTHUR ASHE SCHOOL Jamaica 0.9 mi 4.1
JHS 226 VIRGIL I GRISSON South Ozone Park 0.8 mi 6.7
HAWTREE CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL South Ozone Park 0.8 mi 6.2
EPIC HIGH SCHOOL-SOUTH South Ozone Park 0.8 mi 5.5
RICHMOND HILL HIGH SCHOOL Richmond Hill 1.1 mi 6.2
PS 63 OLD SOUTH Ozone Park 0.8 mi 6.7
PS 121 South Ozone Park 0.9 mi 7.9
ROBERT H GODDARD HS-COMM/TECH Ozone Park 0.9 mi 5.9
JHS 202 ROBERT H GODDARD Ozone Park 1.0 mi 7.4
DIVINE MERCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Ozone Park 0.9 mi 6.3
JHS 210 ELIZABETH BLACKWELL Ozone Park 0.9 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11420 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,584

Median Home Value

$673,700

Median Rent

$2,032/mo

Population

50,060

College Educated

21.8%

Homeownership

71.7%

Avg Commute

46 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

41

Community Profile

The community surrounding PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler has a median household income of $98,584. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $673,700, with a median rent of $2,032/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.8%. The average commute in the area is 46 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler

What grades does PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler serve?

PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler?

PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler has an enrollment of approximately 1,128 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler rank in NY?

PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler is ranked #2192 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler has a composite rating of 6.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler has 61.8% math proficiency and 64.4% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler a charter school?

No, PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler a Title I school?

No, PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler?

84.0% of students at PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler 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
72 Very Walkable
Transit Score
83 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,128
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
71
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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