Very Good
#1275 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 27% in state
PS 182 Samantha Smith
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
153-27 88TH AVE, Jamaica, NY 11432
Enrollment
740
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
740
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,275 of 4,742
In Jamaica
#14 of 48
public schools
In district
#19 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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PS 182 Samantha Smith
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About PS 182 Samantha Smith
PS 182 Samantha Smith is a public elementary school in Jamaica, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. PS 182 Samantha Smith serves approximately 740 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 182 Samantha Smith has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,275 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 182 Samantha Smith show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at PS 182 Samantha Smith 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 182 Samantha Smith — Students at PS 182 Samantha Smith score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 9.5/10.
How PS 182 Samantha Smith Compares
See how PS 182 Samantha Smith performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
153-27 88TH AVE, Jamaica, NY 11432
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 182 Samantha Smith may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 86 (rated 7.0/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is PS 117 J KELD/BRIARWOOD SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, RISING STARS ISLAMIC SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 182 Samantha Smith
What grades does PS 182 Samantha Smith serve?
PS 182 Samantha Smith serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 182 Samantha Smith?
PS 182 Samantha Smith has an enrollment of approximately 740 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 182 Samantha Smith?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 182 Samantha Smith is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 182 Samantha Smith rank in NY?
PS 182 Samantha Smith ranks #1,275 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 182 Samantha Smith's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 182 Samantha Smith has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 182 Samantha Smith?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 182 Samantha Smith has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is PS 182 Samantha Smith a charter school?
No, PS 182 Samantha Smith is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 182 Samantha Smith a Title I school?
No, PS 182 Samantha Smith is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 182 Samantha Smith?
93.0% of students at PS 182 Samantha Smith 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
- 740
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.9%
- Phone
- (718) 298-7700
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #19 of 50
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