Very Good
#1366 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 29% in state
PS 40 Samuel Huntington
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
109-20 UNION HALL ST, Jamaica, NY 11433
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,366 of 4,742
In Jamaica
#15 of 48
public schools
In district
#20 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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PS 40 Samuel Huntington
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About PS 40 Samuel Huntington
PS 40 Samuel Huntington is a public elementary school in Jamaica, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. PS 40 Samuel Huntington serves approximately 370 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 40 Samuel Huntington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,366 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 40 Samuel Huntington show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
60% of students at PS 40 Samuel Huntington 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 40 Samuel Huntington — Students at PS 40 Samuel Huntington score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 31 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: 9.3/10.
How PS 40 Samuel Huntington Compares
See how PS 40 Samuel Huntington performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
109-20 UNION HALL ST, Jamaica, NY 11433
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 40 Samuel Huntington may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 140 EDWARD K ELLINGTON (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is DAVID N DINKINS SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 123 (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby South Ozone Park), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JAMAICA CHILDREN'S SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.0 mi | 3.2 |
| JHS 8 RICHARD S GROSSLEY Jamaica | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| YORK EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY Jamaica | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| EMERSON SCHOOL (THE) Jamaica | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| DAVID N DINKINS SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES AT YORK COLLEGE Jamaica | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| PS 160 WALTER FRANCIS BISHOP Jamaica | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| HS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT AND PUBLIC SAFETY Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| PS/IS 116 WILLIAM C HUGHLEY Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 140 EDWARD K ELLINGTON Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| ALLEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.7 mi | — |
| EAGLE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG MEN III Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| RISING STARS ISLAMIC SCHOOL Jamaica | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| QUEENS TRANSITION CENTER Jamaica | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| PS/IS 268 Jamaica | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 50 TALFOURD LAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 123 South Ozone Park | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| MS 358 Jamaica | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| QUEENS SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND EXCELLENCE (THE) Jamaica | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| QUEENS SATELLITE HIGH SCHOOL FOR OPPORTUNITY Jamaica | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11433 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,177
Median Home Value
$625,600
Median Rent
$1,529/mo
Population
37,777
College Educated
19.1%
Homeownership
46.8%
Avg Commute
45.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
35.1
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| AFRICAN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vestal, NY | 7.3 |
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| BARKAI FOUNDATION INC. Brooklyn, NY | 7.3 |
| CAMP AVENUE SCHOOL Merrick, NY | 7.3 |
| CANISTEO-GREENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canisteo, NY | 7.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 40 Samuel Huntington
What grades does PS 40 Samuel Huntington serve?
PS 40 Samuel Huntington serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 40 Samuel Huntington?
PS 40 Samuel Huntington has an enrollment of approximately 370 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 40 Samuel Huntington?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 40 Samuel Huntington is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 40 Samuel Huntington rank in NY?
PS 40 Samuel Huntington ranks #1,366 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 40 Samuel Huntington's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 40 Samuel Huntington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 40 Samuel Huntington?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 40 Samuel Huntington has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 40 Samuel Huntington a charter school?
No, PS 40 Samuel Huntington is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 40 Samuel Huntington a Title I school?
No, PS 40 Samuel Huntington is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 40 Samuel Huntington?
91.9% of students at PS 40 Samuel Huntington 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 370
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.3%
- Phone
- (718) 526-1904
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #20 of 50
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