Average
#2197 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 46% in state
PS 26 Rufus King
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
195-02 69TH AVE, Flushing, NY 11365
Enrollment
573
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
573
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,197 of 4,742
In Flushing
#34 of 45
public schools
In district
#29 of 34
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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PS 26 Rufus King
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About PS 26 Rufus King
PS 26 Rufus King is a public elementary school in Flushing, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26. PS 26 Rufus King serves approximately 573 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 26 Rufus King has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,197 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 26 Rufus King show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at PS 26 Rufus King 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 26 Rufus King — Students at PS 26 Rufus King score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.8%
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: 6.8/10.
How PS 26 Rufus King Compares
See how PS 26 Rufus King performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
195-02 69TH AVE, Flushing, NY 11365
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 26 Rufus King may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 376 (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 205 ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Bayside), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CIVIC SCHOOL OF BAYSIDE HILLS (THE) (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Bayside), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Flushing, see our Flushing schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS Q4 Flushing | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ST FRANCIS PREP Fresh Meadows | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| SUMMIT SCHOOL Fresh Meadows | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 177 Flushing | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| PS/IS 178 HOLLISWOOD Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| PS 162 JOHN GOLDEN Bayside | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| JHS 74 NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE Bayside | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| HOLY MARTYRS ARMENIAN DAY SCHOOL Oakland Gardens | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| JEWISH INSTITUTE OF QUEENS-BOYS HIGH SCHOOL Fresh Meadows | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| SUMMIT SCHOOL Jamaica | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| FRANCIS LEWIS HIGH SCHOOL Fresh Meadows | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| JHS 216 GEORGE J RYAN Flushing | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 173 FRESH MEADOWS Flushing | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| YESHIVA PRIMARY & JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Oakland Gardens | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Fresh Meadows | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| CIVIC SCHOOL OF BAYSIDE HILLS (THE) Bayside | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| ST KEVIN CATHOLIC ACADEMY Flushing | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 376 Flushing | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| MS 158 MARIE CURIE Bayside | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| PS 205 ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL Bayside | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11365 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,375
Median Home Value
$911,800
Median Rent
$1,869/mo
Population
43,258
College Educated
38.8%
Homeownership
48.1%
Avg Commute
41.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
44
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOLD CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.4 |
| BROWNSVILLE ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.4 |
| CHERRY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Sayville, NY | 6.4 |
| COMO PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster, NY | 6.4 |
| DELEVAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delevan, NY | 6.4 |
| FRICANO PRIMARY SCHOOL Lockport, NY | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 26 Rufus King
What grades does PS 26 Rufus King serve?
PS 26 Rufus King serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 26 Rufus King?
PS 26 Rufus King has an enrollment of approximately 573 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 26 Rufus King?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 26 Rufus King is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 26 Rufus King rank in NY?
PS 26 Rufus King ranks #2,197 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 26 Rufus King's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 26 Rufus King has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 26 Rufus King?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 26 Rufus King has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 26 Rufus King a charter school?
No, PS 26 Rufus King is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 26 Rufus King a Title I school?
No, PS 26 Rufus King is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 26 Rufus King?
69.8% of students at PS 26 Rufus King 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
- 573
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (718) 464-4505
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26- District Enrollment
- 29,442
- Schools in District
- 34
- District Rank
- #29 of 34
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