Serving 548 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). 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 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- 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 548 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
548 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 26 Rufus King ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 26 Rufus King is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1219 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
53%
10%
Hispanic
22%
31%
Black
8%
15%
White
13%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 26 Rufus King's ranking?
P.s. 26 Rufus King is ranked #1219 out of 4,346 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?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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?
548 students attend P.s. 26 Rufus King.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of P.s. 26 Rufus King students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% 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 15:1, 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.
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.
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