Average
#707 of 992 private schools in NY
Rising Stars Islamic School
Elementary School
16626 89TH AVE, Jamaica, NY 11432
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#707 of 992
In Jamaica
#8 of 9
public schools
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Rising Stars Islamic School
Elementary School in Jamaica · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Rising Stars Islamic School
Rising Stars Islamic School is a private elementary school in Jamaica, NY. Rising Stars Islamic School serves approximately 101 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Rising Stars Islamic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #707 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 101 students, Rising Stars Islamic School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Rising Stars Islamic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Rising Stars Islamic School compares to 25 public schools serving similar grades in Jamaica, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rising Stars Islamic School (this school) | 5.7 |
| QUEENS SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND EXCELLENCE (THE) | 3.2 |
| PS 182 SAMANTHA SMITH | 7.4 |
| PS/IS 268 | 5.5 |
| PS 86 | 7.0 |
| PS 131 ABIGAIL ADAMS | 7.0 |
| PS 95 EASTWOOD | 8.1 |
| GROWING UP GREEN CHARTER SCHOOL II | 2.6 |
| PS/IS 116 WILLIAM C HUGHLEY | 4.9 |
| PS 82 HAMMOND | 4.8 |
| DAVID N DINKINS SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| PS 40 SAMUEL HUNTINGTON | 7.3 |
| JAMAICA CHILDREN'S SCHOOL | 3.2 |
| PS 117 J KELD/BRIARWOOD SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| PS 50 TALFOURD LAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| PS 160 WALTER FRANCIS BISHOP | 4.6 |
| PS/IS 178 HOLLISWOOD | 5.1 |
| PS 140 EDWARD K ELLINGTON | 7.8 |
| PS 161 ARTHUR ASHE SCHOOL | 4.8 |
| ROCHDALE EARLY ADVANTAGE CHARTER SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| JERMAINE L GREEN STEM INSTITUTE OF QUEENS (THE) | 6.6 |
Showing 20 of 25 schools. View all schools in Jamaica
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NY
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
16626 89TH AVE, Jamaica, NY 11432
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rising Stars Islamic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 95 EASTWOOD (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 182 SAMANTHA SMITH (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, UNITED NATIONS INTL SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MS 358 Jamaica | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| QUEENS SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND EXCELLENCE (THE) Jamaica | 0.2 mi | 3.2 |
| QUEENS SATELLITE HIGH SCHOOL FOR OPPORTUNITY Jamaica | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| QUEENS COLLEGIATE - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| HILLSIDE ARTS & LETTERS ACADEMY Jamaica | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP Jamaica | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| JAMAICA GATEWAY TO THE SCIENCES Jamaica | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| HILLCREST HIGH SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES AT YORK COLLEGE Jamaica | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| PS 182 SAMANTHA SMITH Jamaica | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| PS 131 ABIGAIL ADAMS Jamaica | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| PS/IS 268 Jamaica | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| THE MARY LOUIS ACADEMY Jamaica | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| THOMAS A EDISON CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 86 Jamaica | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL-QUEENS Jamaica | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| UNITED NATIONS INTL SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 95 EASTWOOD Jamaica | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| JHS 8 RICHARD S GROSSLEY Jamaica | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rising Stars Islamic School
What grades does Rising Stars Islamic School serve?
Rising Stars Islamic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Rising Stars Islamic School?
Rising Stars Islamic School has an enrollment of approximately 101 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rising Stars Islamic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rising Stars Islamic School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Rising Stars Islamic School rank in NY?
Rising Stars Islamic School ranks #707 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Rising Stars Islamic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rising Stars Islamic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Rising Stars Islamic School a private school?
Yes, Rising Stars Islamic School is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Rising Stars Islamic School a religious school?
Rising Stars Islamic School has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 101
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Phone
- (646) 243-5895
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