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#2496 of 4,742 schools in NY
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
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,128
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,496 of 4,742
In South Ozone Park
#6 of 11
public schools
In district
#24 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
Equity
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler
Elementary School in South Ozone Park · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler
PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler is a public elementary school in South Ozone Park, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler serves approximately 1,128 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,496 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler 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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PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler — Students at PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84%
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: 6.1/10.
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.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
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 DIVINE MERCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Ozone Park), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 100 GLEN MORRIS (rated 6.0/10, 0.5 miles away), 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 miNeighborhood 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
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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 ranks #2,496 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.9%
- Phone
- (718) 558-2700
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #24 of 63
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