Needs Improvement
#4582 of 4,742 schools in NY
Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
88-08 164TH ST, Jamaica, NY 11432
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,582 of 4,742
In Jamaica
#46 of 48
public schools
In district
#50 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
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About Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the)
Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the) is a public elementary school in Jamaica, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the) serves approximately 599 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,582 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the) show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (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
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Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the) — Students at Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the) score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 16 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: 1.7/10.
How Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the) Compares
See how Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
88-08 164TH ST, Jamaica, NY 11432
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 182 SAMANTHA SMITH (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is UNITED NATIONS INTL SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 86 (rated 7.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the)
What grades does Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the) serve?
Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the)?
Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the) has an enrollment of approximately 599 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the) is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the) rank in NY?
Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the) ranks #4,582 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the) has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the) a charter school?
No, Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the) a Title I school?
No, Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (the)?
89.8% of students at Queens School for Leadership and Excellence (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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 599
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.1%
- Phone
- (718) 558-6220
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #50 of 50
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