Very Good
#877 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 19% in state
PS 140 Edward K Ellington
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
116-01 166TH ST, Jamaica, NY 11434
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#877 of 4,742
In Jamaica
#6 of 48
public schools
In district
#9 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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PS 140 Edward K Ellington
Elementary School in Jamaica · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 140 Edward K Ellington
PS 140 Edward K Ellington is a public elementary school in Jamaica, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. PS 140 Edward K Ellington serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 140 Edward K Ellington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #877 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 140 Edward K Ellington show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
67% of students at PS 140 Edward K Ellington 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 140 Edward K Ellington — Students at PS 140 Edward K Ellington score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How PS 140 Edward K Ellington Compares
See how PS 140 Edward K Ellington performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
116-01 166TH ST, Jamaica, NY 11434
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 140 Edward K Ellington may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DAVID N DINKINS SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ROCHDALE EARLY ADVANTAGE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 40 SAMUEL HUNTINGTON (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT AND PUBLIC SAFETY Jamaica | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| ALLEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.3 mi | — |
| EAGLE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG MEN III Jamaica | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| ROCHDALE EARLY ADVANTAGE CHARTER SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| JERMAINE L GREEN STEM INSTITUTE OF QUEENS (THE) Jamaica | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| YORK EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| JHS 8 RICHARD S GROSSLEY Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| EMERSON SCHOOL (THE) Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| PS 40 SAMUEL HUNTINGTON Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| JAMAICA CHILDREN'S SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| AUGUST MARTIN HIGH SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| VOYAGES PREP-SOUTH QUEENS Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| NEW VISIONS CHTR HS-ADV MA/SCI IV Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| CATHERINE & COUNT BASIE MIDDLE SCHOOL 72 Jamaica | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| REDWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| PS/IS 116 WILLIAM C HUGHLEY Jamaica | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 223 LYNDON B JOHNSON Jamaica | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| PS 123 South Ozone Park | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| DAVID N DINKINS SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| PS 45 CLARENCE WITHERSPOON South Ozone Park | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALLEN CREEK SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.8 |
| EAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar, NY | 7.8 |
| EASTPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eastport, NY | 7.8 |
| ELLA BAKER SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.8 |
| FAMILY SCHOOL (THE) Bronx, NY | 7.8 |
| FIFTH AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Northport, NY | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 140 Edward K Ellington
What grades does PS 140 Edward K Ellington serve?
PS 140 Edward K Ellington serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 140 Edward K Ellington?
PS 140 Edward K Ellington has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 140 Edward K Ellington?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 140 Edward K Ellington is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 140 Edward K Ellington rank in NY?
PS 140 Edward K Ellington ranks #877 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 140 Edward K Ellington's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 140 Edward K Ellington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 140 Edward K Ellington?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 140 Edward K Ellington has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 140 Edward K Ellington a charter school?
No, PS 140 Edward K Ellington is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 140 Edward K Ellington a Title I school?
No, PS 140 Edward K Ellington is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 140 Edward K Ellington?
88.3% of students at PS 140 Edward K Ellington 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
- 316
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.5%
- Phone
- (718) 657-4760
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #9 of 50
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