Ps/is 266

PS/IS 266 serves 487 students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade in Bellerose, offering a comprehensive elementary and middle school education with an impressive 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. With 57 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides more individualized attention than many larger institutions. Academically, PS/IS 266 performs well above average, earning a 7.7 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking in the 86th percentile statewide at #648 out of 4,758 New York schools.

Students show particular strength in English Language Arts, with 70% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels. Math performance reaches 52% proficiency, indicating an area with room for continued growth and focus. The school draws families from a stable, well-educated community where the median household income is $112,325 and 42% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The low poverty rate of 6.5% reflects the neighborhood's economic stability, while median home values of $653,300 suggest families are invested in their community long-term. Located on Commonwealth Boulevard, PS/IS 266 sits within the diverse Queens borough, providing students with both neighborhood stability and access to the educational and cultural opportunities that come with being part of New York City's dynamic urban environment.

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.5:1, Ps/is 266 offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.