PS 26 Rufus King

PS 26 Rufus King serves 573 students from prekindergarten through fifth grade in Flushing, Queens, offering a strong elementary education with impressive academic outcomes. With 34 full-time teachers maintaining a comfortable 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio, the school creates an environment where students can receive meaningful attention and support. The school demonstrates excellent academic performance, earning a 7.7 out of 10 rating and ranking in the 86th percentile among New York elementary schools at #645 out of 4,758 schools statewide.

Students show particularly strong literacy skills, with 80% achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading. Mathematics performance is solid at 68% proficiency, indicating well-rounded academic preparation across core subjects. PS 26 Rufus King sits in the heart of Flushing's established residential community, where the median household income of $82,655 and relatively low poverty rate of 10.9% reflect a stable, middle-class neighborhood.

The area's diversity is complemented by a solid educational foundation, with 38% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher. Located on 69th Avenue in this bustling Queens community, the school serves families in one of New York City's most dynamic and culturally rich neighborhoods.