Excellent
#587 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 12% in state
PS 38 Rosedale
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
135-21 241ST ST, Rosedale, NY 11422
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#587 of 4,742
In Rosedale
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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PS 38 Rosedale
Elementary School in Rosedale · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 38 Rosedale
PS 38 Rosedale is a public elementary school in Rosedale, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29. PS 38 Rosedale serves approximately 232 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 38 Rosedale has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #587 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 38 Rosedale show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at PS 38 Rosedale 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 38 Rosedale — Students at PS 38 Rosedale score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.8%
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: 9.6/10.
How PS 38 Rosedale Compares
See how PS 38 Rosedale performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
135-21 241ST ST, Rosedale, NY 11422
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 38 Rosedale may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLEARSTREAM AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Valley Stream), with a comparable rating. Another option is FOREST ROAD SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Valley Stream), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 176 CAMBRIA HEIGHTS (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Cambria Heights), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rosedale, see our Rosedale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST CLARE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Rosedale | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| GORDON PARKS SCHOOL (THE) Rosedale | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rosedale | 0.6 mi | — |
| PS 156 LAURELTON Springfield Gardens | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| QUEENS UNITED MIDDLE SCHOOL Springfield Gardens | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| LINDEN SDA SCHOOL Laurelton | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| MIDDLETONS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Laurelton | 0.7 mi | — |
| PS/MS 138 SUNRISE Rosedale | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| PS 176 CAMBRIA HEIGHTS Cambria Heights | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| CLEARSTREAM AVENUE SCHOOL Valley Stream | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - ROSEDALE Rosedale | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| SHAW AVENUE SCHOOL Valley Stream | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 195 WILLIAM HABERLE Rosedale | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 132 RALPH BUNCHE Springfield Gardens | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| MERRICK ACADEMY-QUEENS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Springfield Gardens | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| CAMBRIA CENTER FOR THE GIFTED CHILD Cambria Heights | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| ALDEN TERRACE SCHOOL Valley Stream | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| IS 59 SPRINGFIELD GARDENS Springfield Gardens | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - SPRINGFIELD GARDENS Springfield Gardens | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| FOREST ROAD SCHOOL Valley Stream | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11422 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,519
Median Home Value
$629,100
Median Rent
$2,327/mo
Population
33,085
College Educated
33.3%
Homeownership
68.3%
Avg Commute
49.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
41.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 47 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE AND ENGLISH LOWER SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY | 8.1 |
| CHAZY CENTRAL RURAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chazy, NY | 8.1 |
| GERMANTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Germantown, NY | 8.1 |
| PINE STREET SCHOOL New York, NY | 8.1 |
| PS 125 RALPH BUNCHE New York, NY | 8.1 |
| PS 236 LANGSTON HUGHES Bronx, NY | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 38 Rosedale
What grades does PS 38 Rosedale serve?
PS 38 Rosedale serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 38 Rosedale?
PS 38 Rosedale has an enrollment of approximately 232 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 38 Rosedale?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 38 Rosedale is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 38 Rosedale rank in NY?
PS 38 Rosedale ranks #587 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 38 Rosedale's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 38 Rosedale has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 38 Rosedale?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 38 Rosedale has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 38 Rosedale a charter school?
No, PS 38 Rosedale is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 38 Rosedale a Title I school?
No, PS 38 Rosedale is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 38 Rosedale?
66.8% of students at PS 38 Rosedale qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 232
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.1%
- Phone
- (718) 528-2276
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29- District Enrollment
- 23,648
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #4 of 46
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