Excellent
#692 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 15% in state
PS 22 Thomas Jefferson
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
153-33 SANFORD AVE, Flushing, NY 11355
Enrollment
733
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
733
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#692 of 4,742
In Flushing
#9 of 45
public schools
In district
#8 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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PS 22 Thomas Jefferson
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About PS 22 Thomas Jefferson
PS 22 Thomas Jefferson is a public elementary school in Flushing, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25. PS 22 Thomas Jefferson serves approximately 733 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 22 Thomas Jefferson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #692 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 22 Thomas Jefferson show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 22 Thomas Jefferson — Students at PS 22 Thomas Jefferson score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85%
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: 8.2/10.
How PS 22 Thomas Jefferson Compares
See how PS 22 Thomas Jefferson performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
153-33 SANFORD AVE, Flushing, NY 11355
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 22 Thomas Jefferson may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 24 ANDREW JACKSON (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ACTIVE LEARNING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, FLUSHING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Flushing, see our Flushing schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FLUSHING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Flushing | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| ST ANDREW AVELLINO CATHOLIC ACADEMY Flushing | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| THE LEARNING TREE STEM-ARTS SCHOOL Flushing | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| JHS 189 DANIEL CARTER BEARD Flushing | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| FLUSHING INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Flushing | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| SHIELD INSTITUTE OF FLUSHING Flushing | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 24 ANDREW JACKSON Flushing | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| ST MEL CATHOLIC ACADEMY Flushing | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 20 JOHN BOWNE Flushing | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 107 THOMAS A DOOLEY Flushing | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| MUSLIM CENTER JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Flushing | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| PS 21 EDWARD HART Flushing | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| JHS 185 EDWARD BLEEKER Flushing | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES Flushing | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| VERITAS ACADEMY Flushing | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| IS 237 Flushing | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| EAST-WEST SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Flushing | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| FLUSHING HIGH SCHOOL Flushing | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| ACTIVE LEARNING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (THE) Flushing | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 32 STATE STREET Flushing | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11355 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,700
Median Home Value
$711,500
Median Rent
$1,664/mo
Population
79,802
College Educated
23.6%
Homeownership
30%
Avg Commute
40.4 min
Poverty Rate
21.8%
Median Age
46.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| CANARSIE ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.0 |
| CHATTERTON SCHOOL Merrick, NY | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 22 Thomas Jefferson
What grades does PS 22 Thomas Jefferson serve?
PS 22 Thomas Jefferson serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 22 Thomas Jefferson?
PS 22 Thomas Jefferson has an enrollment of approximately 733 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 22 Thomas Jefferson?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 22 Thomas Jefferson is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 22 Thomas Jefferson rank in NY?
PS 22 Thomas Jefferson ranks #692 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 22 Thomas Jefferson's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 22 Thomas Jefferson 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 22 Thomas Jefferson?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 22 Thomas Jefferson has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 22 Thomas Jefferson a charter school?
No, PS 22 Thomas Jefferson is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 22 Thomas Jefferson a Title I school?
No, PS 22 Thomas Jefferson is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 22 Thomas Jefferson?
85.0% of students at PS 22 Thomas Jefferson 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
- 733
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.9%
- Phone
- (718) 762-4141
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25- District Enrollment
- 34,702
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #8 of 46
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