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#155 of 4,739 schools in NY

Top 3% in state

PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27

85-11 102ND ST, Richmond Hill, NY 11418

Enrollment

496

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Richmond Hill

#3 of 10

public schools

New York elementary schools

#111 of 2,549

In district

#4 of 63

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis

PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis is a public elementary school in Richmond Hill, NY, part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. The school serves approximately 496 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7/10, placing it in the 96.8th percentile among NY schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 90% proficiency in math, 41 points above the state average and 79% in reading/language arts, 25 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $84,927, where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+15.83 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics9.7Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency90%
Reading/ELA Proficiency90%
Math vs. State Avg+36.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+29.1 pts
Overall Proficiency90%
Expected (poverty-adj.)48%
vs. Expected+41.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1

PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis — Students at PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 89.5%
School
State
48.2%
ELA Proficiency 79.0%
School
State
54.3%

Based on 8 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
68%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
96.7%
ELA
87.7%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis Compares

See how PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
97th percentile in NY
Academic
9.7/10
9.7/10
Growth
9.9/10
Above average
Environment
4.0/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers

Location

85-11 102ND ST, Richmond Hill, NY 11418

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 273 (rated 9.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 254 ROSA PARKS SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.9/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 97 FOREST PARK (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Woodhaven), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Richmond Hill, see our Richmond Hill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 254 ROSA PARKS SCHOOL (THE) Richmond Hill 0.1 mi 8.9
PS 273 Richmond Hill 0.3 mi 9.2
NEW YORK CITY ACADEMY FOR DISCOVERY Woodhaven 0.4 mi 6.2
PS 90 HORACE MANN Richmond Hill 0.4 mi 7.5
HOLY CHILD JESUS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Richmond Hill 0.5 mi 5.6
PS 60 WOODHAVEN Woodhaven 0.6 mi 4.1
HIGH SCHOOL-CONSTRUCTION TRADES ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURE Ozone Park 0.6 mi 6.8
PS 56 HARRY EICHLER Richmond Hill 0.6 mi 4.5
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Woodhaven 0.7 mi 5.8
RICHMOND HILL HIGH SCHOOL Richmond Hill 0.7 mi 6.2
YESHIVA SHAAR HATORAH Richmond Hill 0.7 mi 5.2
JHS 210 ELIZABETH BLACKWELL Ozone Park 0.9 mi 7.6
PS 62 CHESTER PARK SCHOOL South Richmond Hill 0.9 mi 7.0
PS 97 FOREST PARK Woodhaven 0.8 mi 7.8
METROPOLITAN EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING SCHOOL Forest Hills 0.9 mi 6.7
QUEENS METROPOLITAN HIGH SCHOOL Forest Hills 0.9 mi 6.0
PS 233 Forest Hills 0.9 mi 7.8
PS 51 Richmond Hill 0.8 mi 5.8
QUEENS EXPLORERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ozone Park 1.0 mi 5.4
YESHIVA TIFERETH MOSHE Kew Gardens 0.9 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11418 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,927

Median Home Value

$772,800

Median Rent

$1,788/mo

Population

36,304

College Educated

32.4%

Homeownership

48.8%

Avg Commute

45.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

39.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis has a median household income of $84,927. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $772,800, with a median rent of $1,788/month. The local poverty rate of 9.9% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 45 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis

What grades does PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis serve?

PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis?

PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis rank in NY?

PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis is ranked #155 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis has a composite rating of 8.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis has 89.5% math proficiency and 79.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis a charter school?

No, PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis a Title I school?

No, PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis?

81.0% of students at PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-onassis 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
78 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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