Excellent
#679 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 14% in state
PS 188 Kingsbury
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
218-12 HARTLAND AVE, Flushing, NY 11364
Enrollment
665
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
665
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#679 of 4,742
In Flushing
#7 of 45
public schools
In district
#10 of 34
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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PS 188 Kingsbury
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About PS 188 Kingsbury
PS 188 Kingsbury is a public elementary school in Flushing, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26. PS 188 Kingsbury serves approximately 665 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 188 Kingsbury has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #679 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 188 Kingsbury show 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 188 Kingsbury — Students at PS 188 Kingsbury score 88% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34%
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
→ 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: 7.9/10.
How PS 188 Kingsbury Compares
See how PS 188 Kingsbury performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
218-12 HARTLAND AVE, Flushing, NY 11364
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 188 Kingsbury may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 203 OAKLAND GARDENS (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Bayside), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 46 ALLEY POND (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Bayside), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 376 (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Flushing, see our Flushing schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11364 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,222
Median Home Value
$770,100
Median Rent
$2,330/mo
Population
36,417
College Educated
48.7%
Homeownership
70.6%
Avg Commute
43.9 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
46.3
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| AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL KINGSBRIDGE Bronx, NY | 8.0 |
| ANDERSON SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY | 8.0 |
| BEDFORD ROAD SCHOOL Pleasantville, NY | 8.0 |
| BROOKLYN ARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.0 |
| CHATTERTON SCHOOL Merrick, NY | 8.0 |
| COMAN HILL SCHOOL Armonk, NY | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 188 Kingsbury
What grades does PS 188 Kingsbury serve?
PS 188 Kingsbury serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 188 Kingsbury?
PS 188 Kingsbury has an enrollment of approximately 665 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 188 Kingsbury?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 188 Kingsbury is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 188 Kingsbury rank in NY?
PS 188 Kingsbury ranks #679 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 188 Kingsbury's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 188 Kingsbury has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 188 Kingsbury?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 188 Kingsbury has 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 188 Kingsbury a charter school?
No, PS 188 Kingsbury is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 188 Kingsbury a Title I school?
No, PS 188 Kingsbury is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 188 Kingsbury?
34.0% of students at PS 188 Kingsbury 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
- 665
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.1%
- Phone
- (929) 600-5683
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26- District Enrollment
- 29,442
- Schools in District
- 34
- District Rank
- #10 of 34
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