Needs Improvement
#4676 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 52
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
178-37 146TH TERRACE, Jamaica, NY 11434
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,676 of 4,742
In Jamaica
#47 of 48
public schools
In district
#46 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
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PS 52
Elementary School in Jamaica · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 52
PS 52 is a public elementary school in Jamaica, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29. PS 52 serves approximately 277 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 52 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,676 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 52 show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
90% of students at PS 52 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 52 — Students at PS 52 score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
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: 3.4/10.
How PS 52 Compares
See how PS 52 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
178-37 146TH TERRACE, Jamaica, NY 11434
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 52 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 181 BROOKFIELD (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Springfield Gardens), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROCHDALE EARLY ADVANTAGE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 251 (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Springfield Gardens), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11434 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,668
Median Home Value
$585,600
Median Rent
$1,409/mo
Population
67,611
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
48.8%
Avg Commute
47.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
40.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 52
What grades does PS 52 serve?
PS 52 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 52?
PS 52 has an enrollment of approximately 277 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 52?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 52 is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 52 rank in NY?
PS 52 ranks #4,676 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 52's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 52 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 52?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 52 has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 52 a charter school?
No, PS 52 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 52 a Title I school?
No, PS 52 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 52?
90.6% of students at PS 52 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
- 277
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 90.3%
- Phone
- (718) 528-2238
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29- District Enrollment
- 23,648
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #46 of 46
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