Very Good
#1662 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 35% in state
PS 131 Abigail Adams
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
170-45 84TH AVE, Jamaica, NY 11432
Enrollment
757
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
757
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,662 of 4,742
In Jamaica
#19 of 48
public schools
In district
#12 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
Equity
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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PS 131 Abigail Adams
Elementary School in Jamaica · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 131 Abigail Adams
PS 131 Abigail Adams is a public elementary school in Jamaica, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29. PS 131 Abigail Adams serves approximately 757 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 131 Abigail Adams has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,662 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 131 Abigail Adams show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at PS 131 Abigail Adams 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 131 Abigail Adams — Students at PS 131 Abigail Adams score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.4%
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: 7.5/10.
How PS 131 Abigail Adams Compares
See how PS 131 Abigail Adams performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
170-45 84TH AVE, Jamaica, NY 11432
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 131 Abigail Adams may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 95 EASTWOOD (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 182 SAMANTHA SMITH (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, UNITED NATIONS INTL SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11432 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,395
Median Home Value
$826,100
Median Rent
$1,841/mo
Population
63,730
College Educated
35.7%
Homeownership
37%
Avg Commute
43.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
39.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 131 Abigail Adams
What grades does PS 131 Abigail Adams serve?
PS 131 Abigail Adams serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 131 Abigail Adams?
PS 131 Abigail Adams has an enrollment of approximately 757 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 131 Abigail Adams?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 131 Abigail Adams is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 131 Abigail Adams rank in NY?
PS 131 Abigail Adams ranks #1,662 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 131 Abigail Adams's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 131 Abigail Adams has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 131 Abigail Adams?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 131 Abigail Adams has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 131 Abigail Adams a charter school?
No, PS 131 Abigail Adams is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 131 Abigail Adams a Title I school?
No, PS 131 Abigail Adams is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 131 Abigail Adams?
86.4% of students at PS 131 Abigail Adams 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
- 757
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.8%
- Phone
- (718) 480-2840
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29- District Enrollment
- 23,648
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #12 of 46
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