Excellent
#588 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 12% in state
PS 95 Eastwood
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
179-01 90TH AVE, Jamaica, NY 11432
Enrollment
1,091
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
1,091
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#588 of 4,742
In Jamaica
#4 of 48
public schools
In district
#5 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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PS 95 Eastwood
Elementary School in Jamaica · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 95 Eastwood
PS 95 Eastwood is a public elementary school in Jamaica, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29. PS 95 Eastwood serves approximately 1,091 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 95 Eastwood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #588 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 95 Eastwood show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
67% of students at PS 95 Eastwood 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 95 Eastwood — Students at PS 95 Eastwood score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 29 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How PS 95 Eastwood Compares
See how PS 95 Eastwood performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
179-01 90TH AVE, Jamaica, NY 11432
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 95 Eastwood may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UNITED NATIONS INTL SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is PS 131 ABIGAIL ADAMS (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, PS 35 NATHANIEL WOODHULL (rated 6.2/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Hollis), a more accessible option. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IS 238 SUSAN B ANTHONY ACADEMY Hollis | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| PS/IS 268 Jamaica | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| THE MARY LOUIS ACADEMY Jamaica | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| UNITED NATIONS INTL SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| PS/IS 116 WILLIAM C HUGHLEY Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| RISING STARS ISLAMIC SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| SUMMIT SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| CAMBRIA HEIGHTS ACADEMY Hollis | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 131 ABIGAIL ADAMS Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| THE WELLSPRING SCHOOLS Hollis | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| EMERSON SCHOOL (THE) Jamaica | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| YORK EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY Jamaica | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 35 NATHANIEL WOODHULL Hollis | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| JHS 8 RICHARD S GROSSLEY Jamaica | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| PS/IS 178 HOLLISWOOD Jamaica | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| MS 358 Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| QUEENS SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND EXCELLENCE (THE) Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| QUEENS COLLEGIATE - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| HILLSIDE ARTS & LETTERS ACADEMY Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11432 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,395
Median Home Value
$826,100
Median Rent
$1,841/mo
Population
63,730
College Educated
35.7%
Homeownership
37%
Avg Commute
43.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
39.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| BUSHWICK ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.1 |
| JAMES J AMBROSE SCHOOL (THE) Floral Park, NY | 8.1 |
| PEARLS HAWTHORNE SCHOOL Yonkers, NY | 8.1 |
| PS 11 PURVIS J BEHAN Brooklyn, NY | 8.1 |
| PS 205 CLARION Brooklyn, NY | 8.1 |
| PS 95 GRAVESEND (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 95 Eastwood
What grades does PS 95 Eastwood serve?
PS 95 Eastwood serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 95 Eastwood?
PS 95 Eastwood has an enrollment of approximately 1,091 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 95 Eastwood?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 95 Eastwood is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 95 Eastwood rank in NY?
PS 95 Eastwood ranks #588 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 95 Eastwood's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 95 Eastwood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 95 Eastwood?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 95 Eastwood has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 95 Eastwood a charter school?
No, PS 95 Eastwood is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 95 Eastwood a Title I school?
No, PS 95 Eastwood is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 95 Eastwood?
79.3% of students at PS 95 Eastwood 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 1,091
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.9%
- Phone
- (718) 739-0007
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29- District Enrollment
- 23,648
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #5 of 46
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