Serving 573 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 26 Rufus King ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 86% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 26 Rufus King's student population of 573 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
573 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 26 Rufus King ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 26 Rufus King is 0.64, 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
#1295 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
55%
10%
Hispanic
19%
30%
Black
8%
16%
White
14%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
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. 26 Rufus King's ranking?
P.s. 26 Rufus King is ranked #1295 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 26 Rufus King often compared to?
P.s. 26 Rufus Kingis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 173 Fresh Meadows by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 26 Rufus King?
573 students attend P.s. 26 Rufus King.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of P.s. 26 Rufus King students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 26 Rufus King?
P.s. 26 Rufus King has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 26 Rufus King offer ?
P.s. 26 Rufus King offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 26 Rufus King part of?
P.s. 26 Rufus King is part of New York City Geographic District #26 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 26 Rufus King located?
P.s. 26 Rufus King is located in the Flushing neighborhood of Fresh Meadows, NY.
School Reviews
Review P.s. 26 Rufus King. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Public School Understaffed? Why Schools are Instituting Hiring Freezes
Learn about how the current budget constraints are prompting public schools to institute hiring freezes - and how this will impact your children.
43 Fantastic ESL Resources for Students
We've put together this ESL resource guide to help students, from teens to adults, get the help they need to achieve their goals with learning English
Segregation in K-12 Education: Colonial Era
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
