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#3203 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 36 Saint Albans School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
187-01 FOCH BLVD, Saint Albans, NY 11412
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,203 of 4,742
In Saint Albans
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#30 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
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PS 36 Saint Albans School
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About PS 36 Saint Albans School
PS 36 Saint Albans School is a public elementary school in Saint Albans, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29. PS 36 Saint Albans School serves approximately 293 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 36 Saint Albans School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,203 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 36 Saint Albans School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at PS 36 Saint Albans School 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 36 Saint Albans School — Students at PS 36 Saint Albans School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.6%
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: 5.7/10.
How PS 36 Saint Albans School Compares
See how PS 36 Saint Albans School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
187-01 FOCH BLVD, Saint Albans, NY 11412
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 36 Saint Albans School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 140 EDWARD K ELLINGTON (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Jamaica), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROCHDALE EARLY ADVANTAGE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Jamaica), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - SPRINGFIELD GARDENS (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Springfield Gardens), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint Albans, see our Saint Albans schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11412 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,418
Median Home Value
$633,800
Median Rent
$1,630/mo
Population
41,350
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
47.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
40.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST LEGACY CHARTER SCHOOL Saint Albans, NY | 5.4 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 5.4 |
| BROADWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira, NY | 5.4 |
| ERNEST C MYER SCHOOL Hurley, NY | 5.4 |
| HOLMES ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 5.4 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jamaica, NY | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 36 Saint Albans School
What grades does PS 36 Saint Albans School serve?
PS 36 Saint Albans School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 36 Saint Albans School?
PS 36 Saint Albans School has an enrollment of approximately 293 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 36 Saint Albans School?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 36 Saint Albans School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 36 Saint Albans School rank in NY?
PS 36 Saint Albans School ranks #3,203 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 36 Saint Albans School's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 36 Saint Albans School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 36 Saint Albans School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 36 Saint Albans School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 36 Saint Albans School a charter school?
No, PS 36 Saint Albans School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 36 Saint Albans School a Title I school?
No, PS 36 Saint Albans School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 36 Saint Albans School?
83.6% of students at PS 36 Saint Albans School 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
- 293
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.1%
- Phone
- (718) 528-1862
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29- District Enrollment
- 23,648
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #30 of 46
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