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PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the)

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28

171-05 137TH AVE, Jamaica, NY 11434

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

375

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

375

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,201 of 4,742

In Jamaica

#35 of 48

public schools

In district

#44 of 50

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28

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About PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the)

PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the) is a public elementary school in Jamaica, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the) serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,201 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the) show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below district

5.4

This school 5.4 · Average
District avg 6.5
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

51% of students at PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the) 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress6.7Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-0.99 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendStable

Academics4.6Below Average30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency27.8% (2022 EdFacts)

Math vs. State Avg-25.5 pts

Reading vs. State Avg-33.1 pts

Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-12.1 pts

Adjusted Percentile27th

Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1

Chronic Absenteeism50.9%

PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the) — Students at PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the) score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

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Free/Reduced Lunch

84.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

48.1% (2021 NYSED)

ELA Proficiency 42.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009

Math

79%

ELA

64%

2010

Math

42%

ELA

41%

2011

Math

61%

ELA

54%

2012

Math

24%

ELA

24%

2013

Math

20%

ELA

17%

2014

Math

27%

ELA

17%

2015

Math

33%

ELA

32%

2016

Math

26%

ELA

30%

2017

Math

34%

ELA

35%

2018

Math

40%

ELA

38%

2019

Math

40%

ELA

38%

2020*

Math

42%

ELA

64.5%

2021*

Math

44%

ELA

60.9%

2022

Math

28%

ELA

27.8%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the) Compares

See how PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

5.4/10

33th percentile in NY

Academic

4.6/10

Below Average

Growth

6.7/10

Average

Environment

3.3/10

Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

85%

Teaching Staff

14:1 student-teacher ratio

27 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

50.9%

Location

171-05 137TH AVE, Jamaica, NY 11434

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROCHDALE EARLY ADVANTAGE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 251 (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Springfield Gardens), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JERMAINE L GREEN STEM INSTITUTE OF QUEENS (THE) (rated 6.6/10, 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	Enrollment	Rating
CATHERINE & COUNT BASIE MIDDLE SCHOOL 72 Jamaica	0.4 mi	331	5.4
REDWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Jamaica	0.4 mi	285	6.9
QUEENS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Jamaica	0.5 mi	16	—
JERMAINE L GREEN STEM INSTITUTE OF QUEENS (THE) Jamaica	0.5 mi	502	6.6
CYNTHIA JENKINS SCHOOL Jamaica	0.6 mi	274	3.8
ROCHDALE EARLY ADVANTAGE CHARTER SCHOOL Jamaica	0.7 mi	434	7.5
PS 52 Jamaica	0.8 mi	277	2.7
EXCELSIOR PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Springfield Gardens	0.7 mi	481	8.2
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES Springfield Gardens	0.7 mi	387	6.6
QUEENS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Springfield Gardens	0.7 mi	268	6.9
PREPARATORY ACADEMY FOR WRITERS: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Springfield Gardens	0.7 mi	521	7.2
PS 251 Springfield Gardens	0.7 mi	223	7.0
COLLABORATIVE ARTS MIDDLE SCHOOL Springfield Gardens	0.8 mi	284	6.3
COMMUNITY VOICES MIDDLE SCHOOL Springfield Gardens	0.8 mi	304	5.9
AUGUST MARTIN HIGH SCHOOL Jamaica	0.7 mi	584	7.7
VOYAGES PREP-SOUTH QUEENS Jamaica	0.7 mi	218	7.5
NEW VISIONS CHTR HS-ADV MA/SCI IV Jamaica	0.7 mi	426	6.8
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST LEGACY CHARTER SCHOOL Saint Albans	1.1 mi	194	5.4
MERRICK ACADEMY-QUEENS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Springfield Gardens	0.9 mi	596	4.9
RIVERTON STREET CHARTER SCHOOL Saint Albans	1.1 mi	987	6.4

Neighborhood 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 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the)

What grades does PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the) serve?

PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the)?

PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the) has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the) is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the) rank in NY?

PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the) ranks #3,201 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the) has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the) a charter school?

No, PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the) a Title I school?

No, PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the)?

84.8% of students at PS 80 Thurgood Marshall Magnet School of Multimedia (the) 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: 77 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 74 Excellent Transit
Bike Score: 50 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment: 375
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 27
Free/Reduced Lunch: 84.8%
Type: regular
Setting: Large City
County: Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 50.9%
Phone: (718) 528-7070

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District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28

District Enrollment: 38,052
Schools in District: 50
District Rank: #44 of 50

Other Schools in This District

QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES AT YORK COLLEGE 8.7 PS 196 GRAND CENTRAL PARKWAY 8.6 ACADEMY FOR EXCELLENCE THROUGH THE ARTS (THE) 8.5 YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL-QUEENS 8.5 PS 101 SCHOOL IN THE GARDENS 8.3

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