New York›Queens County›Jamaica
Best Schools in Jamaica, New York
Compare 49 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
49
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
29,771
Total Students
Across Jamaica
13.2:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
49 schools found
Ps 131 Abigail Adams
publicelementaryPK-5
170-45 84Th Ave, Jamaica, NY 11432
0
Rating
Students
754
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Ps 223 Lyndon B Johnson
publicelementaryPK-5
125-20 Sutphin Blvd, Jamaica, NY 11436
0
Rating
Students
571
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Rochdale Early Advantage Charter School
charter schoolmiddlePK-8
122-05 Smith St, Jamaica, NY 11434
0
Rating
Students
433
Student-Teacher
0:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
United Charter High School For Advanced Math And Science Iv
charter schoolhighGrade 9-12
156-10 Baisley Blvd, Jamaica, NY 11434
0
Rating
Students
363
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Success Academy Charter School-South Jamaica
charter schoolelementaryK-4
120-27 141St St, Jamaica, NY 11436
0
Rating
Students
553
Student-Teacher
0:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Growing Up Green Charter School Ii
charter schoolmiddleK-8
84-35 152Nd St, Jamaica, NY 11432
0
Rating
Students
810
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
New Dawn Charter High School Ii
charter schoolhighGrade 9-12
89-25 161St St, Jamaica, NY 11432
0
Rating
Students
375
Student-Teacher
26:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Queens Transition Center
publichighGrade 9-12
142-10 Linden Blvd, Jamaica, NY 11436
0
Rating
Students
461
Student-Teacher
5:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Cynthia Jenkins School
publicelementaryPK-5
179-37 137Th Ave, Jamaica, NY 11434
0
Rating
Students
297
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Ps 52
publicelementaryPK-5
178-37 146Th Terrace, Jamaica, NY 11434
0
Rating
Students
270
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Ps 95 Eastwood
publicelementaryK-5
179-01 90Th Ave, Jamaica, NY 11432
0
Rating
Students
1,103
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Jermaine L Green Stem Institute Of Queens (The)
publicelementaryPK-5
126-10 Bedell St, Jamaica, NY 11434
0
Rating
Students
526
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Ps/Is 268
publicmiddleK-8
92-07 175Th St, Jamaica, NY 11433
0
Rating
Students
696
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Queens School For Leadership And Excellence (The)
publicelementaryPK-5
88-08 164Th St, Jamaica, NY 11432
0
Rating
Students
590
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Jamaica Gateway To The Sciences
publichighGrade 9-12
167-01 Gothic Dr, Jamaica, NY 11432
0
Rating
Students
531
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
High School For Community Leadership
publichighGrade 9-12
167-01 Gothic Dr, Jamaica, NY 11432
0
Rating
Students
497
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Jamaica Children'S School
publicelementaryK-5
109-20 Union Hall St, Jamaica, NY 11433
0
Rating
Students
257
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Queens Satellite High School For Opportunity
publichighGrade 9-12
162-02 Hillside Ave, Jamaica, NY 11432
0
Rating
Students
187
Student-Teacher
40:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Hillside Arts & Letters Academy
publichighGrade 9-12
167-01 Gothic Dr, Jamaica, NY 11432
0
Rating
Students
414
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Emerson School (The)
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
108-35 167Th St, Jamaica, NY 11433
0
Rating
Students
284
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Detailed Overview of Schools in Jamaica
Jamaica, New York is home to 49 schools serving over 29,771 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.
Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →
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School Insights
Metrics for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency
Math0%
ELA0%
Students meeting state proficiency standards
Class Size Distribution
Small (<15:1)13
Moderate (15-20:1)3
Large (>20:1)2
Smaller classes allow more individual attention
Highlights
- 0% of schools rated 8/10 or above
- 1,103 students at Ps 95 Eastwood
- Best ratio: 5:1
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Jamaica, New York?
There are 49 schools in Jamaica, serving 29,771 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the best elementary school in Jamaica?
Explore the elementary schools in Jamaica using our ratings and filters to find the best fit for your child.
What is the average student-teacher ratio in Jamaica?
The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Jamaica is 13.2:1.