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#2294 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 48% in state
PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
143-26 101ST AVE, Jamaica, NY 11435
Enrollment
904
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
904
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,294 of 4,742
In Jamaica
#25 of 48
public schools
In district
#30 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
Equity
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School
Elementary School in Jamaica · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School
PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School is a public elementary school in Jamaica, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School serves approximately 904 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,294 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary 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 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School — Students at PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.3%
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 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School Compares
See how PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
143-26 101ST AVE, Jamaica, NY 11435
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 121 (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby South Ozone Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 155 (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby South Ozone Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DAVID N DINKINS SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 55 MAURE Richmond Hill | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 160 WALTER FRANCIS BISHOP Jamaica | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| AL-IMAN SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 82 HAMMOND Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES AT YORK COLLEGE Jamaica | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| DAVID N DINKINS SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| PS 182 SAMANTHA SMITH Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| QUEENS TRANSITION CENTER Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL-QUEENS Jamaica | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| PS 121 South Ozone Park | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| THERESA PAPLIN SCHOOL Briarwood | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| THERESA PAPLIN SCHOOL Jamaica | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 86 Jamaica | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 161 ARTHUR ASHE SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| QUEENS SATELLITE HIGH SCHOOL FOR OPPORTUNITY Jamaica | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| HILLCREST HIGH SCHOOL Jamaica | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| TIEGERMAN HIGH SCHOOL Richmond Hill | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 40 SAMUEL HUNTINGTON Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| JAMAICA CHILDREN'S SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| PS 155 South Ozone Park | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11435 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,430
Median Home Value
$550,300
Median Rent
$1,820/mo
Population
58,424
College Educated
32.4%
Homeownership
35.5%
Avg Commute
46.5 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
36.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School
What grades does PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School serve?
PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School?
PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 904 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School rank in NY?
PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School ranks #2,294 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School a charter school?
No, PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School a Title I school?
No, PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School?
85.3% of students at PS 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 904
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 77
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.3%
- Phone
- (718) 526-5336
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #30 of 50
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