Below Average
#3701 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 82 Hammond
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
88-02 144TH ST, Jamaica, NY 11435
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,701 of 4,742
In Jamaica
#39 of 48
public schools
In district
#46 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
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PS 82 Hammond
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About PS 82 Hammond
PS 82 Hammond is a public elementary school in Jamaica, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. PS 82 Hammond serves approximately 613 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 82 Hammond has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,701 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 82 Hammond show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at PS 82 Hammond 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 82 Hammond — Students at PS 82 Hammond score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.9%
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: 5.5/10.
How PS 82 Hammond Compares
See how PS 82 Hammond performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
88-02 144TH ST, Jamaica, NY 11435
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 82 Hammond may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 182 SAMANTHA SMITH (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is YESHIVAT OHR HAIIM (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Richmond Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 86 (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AL-IMAN SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| THERESA PAPLIN SCHOOL Briarwood | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| THERESA PAPLIN SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 117 J KELD/BRIARWOOD SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| JHS 217 ROBERT A VAN WYCK Jamaica | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| TIEGERMAN HIGH SCHOOL Richmond Hill | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| YESHIVAT OHR HAIIM Richmond Hill | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL-QUEENS Jamaica | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| PS 182 SAMANTHA SMITH Jamaica | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| PS 86 Jamaica | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| GROWING UP GREEN CHARTER SCHOOL II Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 2.6 |
| PS 50 TALFOURD LAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| ARCHBISHOP MOLLOY HIGH SCHOOL Briarwood | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| PS 55 MAURE Richmond Hill | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| HILLCREST HIGH SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 54 HILLSIDE Richmond Hill | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| QUEENS SATELLITE HIGH SCHOOL FOR OPPORTUNITY Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES AT YORK COLLEGE Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| MS 358 Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| QUEENS SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND EXCELLENCE (THE) Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Bronx, NY | 4.8 |
| CHENANGO BRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 4.8 |
| DUNKIRK INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Dunkirk, NY | 4.8 |
| ELM STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waverly, NY | 4.8 |
| GEORGE L COOKE SCHOOL Monticello, NY | 4.8 |
| HARRIET ROSS TUBMAN ACADEMY Buffalo, NY | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 82 Hammond
What grades does PS 82 Hammond serve?
PS 82 Hammond serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 82 Hammond?
PS 82 Hammond has an enrollment of approximately 613 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 82 Hammond?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 82 Hammond is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 82 Hammond rank in NY?
PS 82 Hammond ranks #3,701 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 82 Hammond's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 82 Hammond has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 82 Hammond?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 82 Hammond has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 82 Hammond a charter school?
No, PS 82 Hammond is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 82 Hammond a Title I school?
No, PS 82 Hammond is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 82 Hammond?
87.9% of students at PS 82 Hammond 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 613
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.3%
- Phone
- (718) 526-4139
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #46 of 50
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