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PS 15 Jackie Robinson

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29

121-15 LUCAS ST, Springfield Gardens, NY 11413

Enrollment

308

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,295 of 4,742

In Springfield Gardens

#13 of 15

public schools

In district

#33 of 46

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29

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PS 15 Jackie Robinson

5.3/10

Elementary School in Springfield Gardens · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About PS 15 Jackie Robinson

PS 15 Jackie Robinson is a public elementary school in Springfield Gardens, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29. PS 15 Jackie Robinson serves approximately 308 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 15 Jackie Robinson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,295 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 15 Jackie Robinson show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

53% of students at PS 15 Jackie Robinson 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-22.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-29.9 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Chronic Absenteeism53.2%

PS 15 Jackie Robinson — Students at PS 15 Jackie Robinson score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 42.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
80%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
29%
ELA
21%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
24%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2021*
Math
43.9%
ELA
57.1%
2022
Math
31.1%
ELA
31%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How PS 15 Jackie Robinson Compares

See how PS 15 Jackie Robinson performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
31th percentile in NY
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
53.2%

Location

121-15 LUCAS ST, Springfield Gardens, NY 11413

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 15 Jackie Robinson may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - SPRINGFIELD GARDENS (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 132 RALPH BUNCHE (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RIVERTON STREET CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Saint Albans), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springfield Gardens, see our Springfield Gardens schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
IS 59 SPRINGFIELD GARDENS Springfield Gardens 0.3 mi 5.6
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - SPRINGFIELD GARDENS Springfield Gardens 0.3 mi 7.3
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST LEGACY CHARTER SCHOOL Saint Albans 0.4 mi 5.4
RIVERTON STREET CHARTER SCHOOL Saint Albans 0.4 mi 6.4
PS 132 RALPH BUNCHE Springfield Gardens 0.5 mi 7.3
PS 36 SAINT ALBANS SCHOOL Saint Albans 0.5 mi 5.4
CYNTHIA JENKINS SCHOOL Jamaica 0.7 mi 3.8
MERRICK ACADEMY-QUEENS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Springfield Gardens 0.7 mi 4.9
PS 136 ROY WILKINS Saint Albans 0.9 mi 5.5
MIDDLETONS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Laurelton 0.9 mi
MATH/SCIENCE RESEARCH/TECH MAGNET Cambria Heights 1.0 mi 6.5
HEALTH ARTS ROBOTICS AND TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL Cambria Heights 1.0 mi 6.5
PS 360 Saint Albans 1.1 mi 3.8
INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS AT CAMBRIA HEIGHTS Cambria Heights 1.0 mi 8.3
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN HS-FIN INFO TECH Cambria Heights 1.0 mi 5.4
STEPPING STONE OF SOUTHEASTERN QUEEN SCHOOL Cambria Heights 1.1 mi 4.8
PS 80 THURGOOD MARSHALL MAGNET SCHOOL OF MULTIMEDIA (THE) Jamaica 1.1 mi 5.4
EXCELSIOR PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Springfield Gardens 1.2 mi 8.2
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES Springfield Gardens 1.2 mi 6.6
QUEENS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Springfield Gardens 1.2 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11413 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,766

Median Home Value

$631,700

Median Rent

$2,038/mo

Population

45,072

College Educated

29.5%

Homeownership

72.7%

Avg Commute

47.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

39.8

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F P DONNELLY SCHOOL Conklin, NY 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 15 Jackie Robinson

What grades does PS 15 Jackie Robinson serve?

PS 15 Jackie Robinson serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 15 Jackie Robinson?

PS 15 Jackie Robinson has an enrollment of approximately 308 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 15 Jackie Robinson?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 15 Jackie Robinson is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 15 Jackie Robinson rank in NY?

PS 15 Jackie Robinson ranks #3,295 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 15 Jackie Robinson's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 15 Jackie Robinson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 15 Jackie Robinson?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 15 Jackie Robinson has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 15 Jackie Robinson a charter school?

No, PS 15 Jackie Robinson is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 15 Jackie Robinson a Title I school?

No, PS 15 Jackie Robinson is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 15 Jackie Robinson?

76.3% of students at PS 15 Jackie Robinson 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
71 Very Walkable
Transit Score
73 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
53.2%

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