For the 2026-27 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 4,776 students in Springfield Gardens, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Springfield Gardens, NY are Success Academy Charter School - Springfield Gardens, P.s. 251 and P.s. 132 Ralph Bunche. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Springfield Gardens, NY public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in Springfield Gardens have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Springfield Gardens, NY (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Success Academy Charter School - Springfield Gardens
Charter School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
132-55 Ridgedale St-3rd Fl
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(347) 602-4335
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(347) 602-4335
Gr: K-8 | 998 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
P.s. 251
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
144-51 Arthur St
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 276-2745
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 276-2745
Gr: PK-5 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
P.s. 132 Ralph Bunche
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
132-15 218th St
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 528-5734
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 528-5734
Gr: PK-5 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
P.s. 181 Brookfield
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
148-15 230th St
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 528-5807
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 528-5807
Gr: PK-5 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Preparatory Academy For Writers A College Board School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
143-10 Springfield Blvd
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 949-8405
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 949-8405
Gr: 6-12 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Queens United Middle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
229-02 137th Ave
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 723-3501
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 723-3501
Gr: 6-8 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
P.s. 15 Jackie Robinson
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
121-15 Lucas St
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 525-1670
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 525-1670
Gr: PK-5 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Merrick Academy-queens Public Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
136-25 218th St
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 479-3753
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 479-3753
Gr: K-6 | 732 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
P.s. 156 Laurelton
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
229-02 137th Ave
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 528-9173
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 528-9173
Gr: PK-5 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1010.
I.s. 59 Springfield Gardens
(Math: 33% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
132-55 Ridgedale St
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 527-3501
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 527-3501
Gr: 6-8 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1111.
Collaborative Arts Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
145-00 Springfield Blvd
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 977-6181
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 977-6181
Gr: 6-8 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #1212.
Community Voices Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
145-00 Springfield Blvd
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 977-6180
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 977-6180
Gr: 6-8 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Springfield Gardens, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
I.S. 231 Magnetech 2000 (Closed 2014)
Magnet School
14500 Springfield Blvd
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 276-5140
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 276-5140
Gr: 7-8 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Lucas Avenue Group Home (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
112-02 Lucas Ave
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
143-10 Sprngfld Blvd
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 341-3033
Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
(718) 341-3033
Gr: 9-12 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 42:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Springfield Gardens, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Springfield Gardens, NY include Success Academy Charter School - Springfield Gardens, P.s. 251 and P.s. 132 Ralph Bunche.
How many public elementary schools are located in Springfield Gardens?
12 public elementary schools are located in Springfield Gardens.
What is the racial composition of students in Springfield Gardens?
Springfield Gardens public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Springfield Gardens are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Springfield Gardens include: Community Voices Middle School vs. Collaborative Arts Middle School, P.s. 251 vs. P.s. 181 Brookfield, Collaborative Arts Middle School vs. Community Voices Middle School
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