Average
#1862 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 39% in state
PS 12 James B Colgate
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
42-00 72ND ST, Woodside, NY 11377
Enrollment
841
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
841
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,862 of 4,742
In Woodside
#4 of 9
public schools
In district
#29 of 56
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
Equity
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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PS 12 James B Colgate
Elementary School in Woodside · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 12 James B Colgate
PS 12 James B Colgate is a public elementary school in Woodside, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24. PS 12 James B Colgate serves approximately 841 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 12 James B Colgate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,862 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 12 James B Colgate show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 12 James B Colgate — Students at PS 12 James B Colgate score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.7%
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: 6.7/10.
How PS 12 James B Colgate Compares
See how PS 12 James B Colgate performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
42-00 72ND ST, Woodside, NY 11377
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 12 James B Colgate may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 212 (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Jackson Heights), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 152 GWENDOLINE N ALLEYNE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 229 EMANUEL KAPLAN (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Woodside, see our Woodside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11377 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,292
Median Home Value
$670,300
Median Rent
$1,802/mo
Population
83,545
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
29.4%
Avg Commute
36.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
40.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 12 James B Colgate
What grades does PS 12 James B Colgate serve?
PS 12 James B Colgate serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 12 James B Colgate?
PS 12 James B Colgate has an enrollment of approximately 841 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 12 James B Colgate?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 12 James B Colgate is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 12 James B Colgate rank in NY?
PS 12 James B Colgate ranks #1,862 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 12 James B Colgate's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 12 James B Colgate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 12 James B Colgate?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 12 James B Colgate has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 12 James B Colgate a charter school?
No, PS 12 James B Colgate is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 12 James B Colgate a Title I school?
No, PS 12 James B Colgate is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 12 James B Colgate?
86.7% of students at PS 12 James B Colgate 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
- 841
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.3%
- Phone
- (718) 424-5905
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24- District Enrollment
- 50,843
- Schools in District
- 57
- District Rank
- #29 of 56
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