Very Good
#1091 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 23% in state
PS 99 Kew Gardens
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
82-37 KEW GARDENS RD, Kew Gardens, NY 11415
Enrollment
744
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
744
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,091 of 4,742
In district
#17 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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PS 99 Kew Gardens
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About PS 99 Kew Gardens
PS 99 Kew Gardens is a public elementary school in Kew Gardens, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. PS 99 Kew Gardens serves approximately 744 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 99 Kew Gardens has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,091 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 99 Kew Gardens show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at PS 99 Kew Gardens 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 99 Kew Gardens — Students at PS 99 Kew Gardens score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 8.5/10.
How PS 99 Kew Gardens Compares
See how PS 99 Kew Gardens performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
82-37 KEW GARDENS RD, Kew Gardens, NY 11415
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 99 Kew Gardens may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 196 GRAND CENTRAL PARKWAY (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Forest Hills), which scores slightly higher. Another option is YESHIVAT OHR HAIIM (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Richmond Hill), with a comparable rating. Additionally, OUR LADY QUEEN OF MARTYRS CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Forest Hills), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kew Gardens, see our Kew Gardens schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EZRA ACADEMY Forest Hills | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| THE KEW-FOREST SCHOOL Forest Hills | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| TIEFERES TORAH INSTITUTE Kew Gardens | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| YESHIVA TIFERETH MOSHE Kew Gardens | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| ARCHBISHOP MOLLOY HIGH SCHOOL Briarwood | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| YESHIVAT OHR HAIIM Richmond Hill | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 54 HILLSIDE Richmond Hill | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| YESHIVA SHAAR HATORAH Richmond Hill | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| PS 164 QUEENS VALLEY Flushing | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| TIEGERMAN HIGH SCHOOL Richmond Hill | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| NORTH QUEENS COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Flushing | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 51 Richmond Hill | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| PS 56 HARRY EICHLER Richmond Hill | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| OUR LADY QUEEN OF MARTYRS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Forest Hills | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| OUR LADY QUEEN OF MARTYRS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Forest Hills | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 117 J KELD/BRIARWOOD SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| SHEVACH HIGH SCHOOL Flushing | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 196 GRAND CENTRAL PARKWAY Forest Hills | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| BNOS MALKA ACADEMY Forest Hills | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| MESIVTA CHOFETZ CHAIM Flushing | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11415 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,632
Median Home Value
$367,900
Median Rent
$1,909/mo
Population
21,379
College Educated
52.9%
Homeownership
42.5%
Avg Commute
41.2 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A F PALMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL / WINDSOR CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Windsor, NY | 7.6 |
| BABYLON MEMORIAL GRADE SCHOOL Babylon, NY | 7.6 |
| GLOBAL COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.6 |
| HELEN M MARSHALL SCHOOL Corona, NY | 7.6 |
| LEDGEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clarence, NY | 7.6 |
| MCKENNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park, NY | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 99 Kew Gardens
What grades does PS 99 Kew Gardens serve?
PS 99 Kew Gardens serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend PS 99 Kew Gardens?
PS 99 Kew Gardens has an enrollment of approximately 744 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 99 Kew Gardens?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 99 Kew Gardens is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 99 Kew Gardens rank in NY?
PS 99 Kew Gardens ranks #1,091 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 99 Kew Gardens's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 99 Kew Gardens has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 99 Kew Gardens?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 99 Kew Gardens has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 99 Kew Gardens a charter school?
No, PS 99 Kew Gardens is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 99 Kew Gardens a Title I school?
No, PS 99 Kew Gardens is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 99 Kew Gardens?
60.2% of students at PS 99 Kew Gardens 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 744
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.4%
- Phone
- (718) 544-4343
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #17 of 50
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