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#4426 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
125-20 SUTPHIN BLVD, Jamaica, NY 11436
Enrollment
660
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
660
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,426 of 4,742
In Jamaica
#43 of 48
public schools
In district
#57 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
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PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson
Elementary School in Jamaica · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson
PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson is a public elementary school in Jamaica, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson serves approximately 660 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,426 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson 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 223 Lyndon B Johnson — Students at PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.8%
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: 4.1/10.
How PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson Compares
See how PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
125-20 SUTPHIN BLVD, Jamaica, NY 11436
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 140 EDWARD K ELLINGTON (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DAVID N DINKINS SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROCHDALE EARLY ADVANTAGE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 45 CLARENCE WITHERSPOON South Ozone Park | 0.2 mi | 3.5 |
| PS 123 South Ozone Park | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| AUGUST MARTIN HIGH SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| VOYAGES PREP-SOUTH QUEENS Jamaica | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| NEW VISIONS CHTR HS-ADV MA/SCI IV Jamaica | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-SOUTH JAMAICA Jamaica | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ROCHDALE EARLY ADVANTAGE CHARTER SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| HS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT AND PUBLIC SAFETY Jamaica | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| QUEENS TRANSITION CENTER Jamaica | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| CATHERINE & COUNT BASIE MIDDLE SCHOOL 72 Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| REDWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 140 EDWARD K ELLINGTON Jamaica | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 160 WALTER FRANCIS BISHOP Jamaica | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| JERMAINE L GREEN STEM INSTITUTE OF QUEENS (THE) Jamaica | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 96 South Ozone Park | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| AL-IHSAN ACADEMY South Ozone Park | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 40 SAMUEL HUNTINGTON Jamaica | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| JAMAICA CHILDREN'S SCHOOL Jamaica | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| ALLEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jamaica | 1.3 mi | — |
| DAVID N DINKINS SCHOOL Jamaica | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11436 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,104
Median Home Value
$602,800
Median Rent
$2,079/mo
Population
21,364
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
46.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
38.9
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| CANAAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue, NY | 3.6 |
| COMMACK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip, NY | 3.6 |
| GARDNERTOWN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newburgh, NY | 3.6 |
| HAMILTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady, NY | 3.6 |
| J D GEORGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Verona, NY | 3.6 |
| MICHAEL A MAROUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Phoenix, NY | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson
What grades does PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson serve?
PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson?
PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson has an enrollment of approximately 660 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson rank in NY?
PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson ranks #4,426 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 223 Lyndon B Johnson?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson a charter school?
No, PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson a Title I school?
No, PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson?
90.8% of students at PS 223 Lyndon B Johnson 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
- 660
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.6%
- Phone
- (718) 558-2900
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #57 of 63
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