Very Good
#984 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 21% in state
PS 214 Cadwallader Colden
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
31-15 140TH ST, Flushing, NY 11354
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#984 of 4,742
In Flushing
#16 of 45
public schools
In district
#18 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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PS 214 Cadwallader Colden
Elementary School in Flushing · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 214 Cadwallader Colden
PS 214 Cadwallader Colden is a public elementary school in Flushing, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25. PS 214 Cadwallader Colden serves approximately 342 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 214 Cadwallader Colden has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #984 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 214 Cadwallader Colden show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 214 Cadwallader Colden — Students at PS 214 Cadwallader Colden score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.9%
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: 7.7/10.
How PS 214 Cadwallader Colden Compares
See how PS 214 Cadwallader Colden performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
31-15 140TH ST, Flushing, NY 11354
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 214 Cadwallader Colden may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 242 LEONARD P STAVISKY EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 79 FRANCIS LEWIS (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Whitestone), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 22 THOMAS JEFFERSON (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Flushing, see our Flushing schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 242 LEONARD P STAVISKY EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Flushing | 0.2 mi | 8.3 |
| QUEENS ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Flushing | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| FLUSHING HIGH SCHOOL Flushing | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES Flushing | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| VERITAS ACADEMY Flushing | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| THE LOWELL SCHOOL Whitestone | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| THE WINDSOR SCHOOL Flushing | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Flushing | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 21 EDWARD HART Flushing | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| JHS 185 EDWARD BLEEKER Flushing | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| SHIELD INSTITUTE OF FLUSHING Flushing | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 20 JOHN BOWNE Flushing | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| THE LEARNING TREE STEM-ARTS SCHOOL Flushing | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| JHS 189 DANIEL CARTER BEARD Flushing | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| FLUSHING INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Flushing | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| ACTIVE LEARNING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (THE) Flushing | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 29 College Point | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| FLUSHING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Flushing | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 22 THOMAS JEFFERSON Flushing | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 79 FRANCIS LEWIS Whitestone | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11354 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,833
Median Home Value
$521,000
Median Rent
$1,766/mo
Population
52,325
College Educated
32.9%
Homeownership
40.6%
Avg Commute
39.8 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
48.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BARRINGER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ilion, NY | 7.7 |
| BROOKLYN LANDMARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.7 |
| BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin, NY | 7.7 |
| CHARLES CAMPAGNE SCHOOL Bethpage, NY | 7.7 |
| CHAUTAUQUA LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mayville, NY | 7.7 |
| CLEARSTREAM AVENUE SCHOOL Valley Stream, NY | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 214 Cadwallader Colden
What grades does PS 214 Cadwallader Colden serve?
PS 214 Cadwallader Colden serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 214 Cadwallader Colden?
PS 214 Cadwallader Colden has an enrollment of approximately 342 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 214 Cadwallader Colden?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 214 Cadwallader Colden is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 214 Cadwallader Colden rank in NY?
PS 214 Cadwallader Colden ranks #984 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 214 Cadwallader Colden's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 214 Cadwallader Colden has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 214 Cadwallader Colden?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 214 Cadwallader Colden has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 214 Cadwallader Colden a charter school?
No, PS 214 Cadwallader Colden is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 214 Cadwallader Colden a Title I school?
No, PS 214 Cadwallader Colden is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 214 Cadwallader Colden?
78.9% of students at PS 214 Cadwallader Colden 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
- 342
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.0%
- Phone
- (718) 461-4055
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25- District Enrollment
- 34,702
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #18 of 46
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