Serving 665 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 188 Kingsbury ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 665 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 188 Kingsbury ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 188 Kingsbury's student population of 665 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
665 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 188 Kingsbury ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 188 Kingsbury is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#62 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
69%
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
20%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 188 Kingsbury's ranking?
P.s. 188 Kingsbury is ranked #62 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 188 Kingsbury often compared to?
P.s. 188 Kingsburyis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 203 Oakland Gardens by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 188 Kingsbury?
665 students attend P.s. 188 Kingsbury.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of P.s. 188 Kingsbury students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 188 Kingsbury?
P.s. 188 Kingsbury has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 188 Kingsbury offer ?
P.s. 188 Kingsbury offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 188 Kingsbury part of?
P.s. 188 Kingsbury is part of New York City Geographic District #26 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 188 Kingsbury located?
P.s. 188 Kingsbury is located in the Hollis Hills neighborhood of Oakland Gardens, NY.
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