Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ps/is 266 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 63% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: PS/IS 266 serves a large attendance zone in Bellerose, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 32.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps/is 266 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ps/is 266's student population of 465 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
465 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Ps/is 266 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 Ps/is 266 is 0.76, which is more 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
#1140 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
26%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps/is 266's ranking?
Ps/is 266 is ranked #1140 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps/is 266 often compared to?
Ps/is 266is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 133 The Bellerose School Of Excellence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps/is 266?
465 students attend Ps/is 266.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Ps/is 266 students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ps/is 266?
Ps/is 266 has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps/is 266 offer ?
Ps/is 266 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ps/is 266 part of?
Ps/is 266 is part of New York City Geographic District #26.
In what neighborhood is Ps/is 266 located?
Ps/is 266 is located in the Jamaica neighborhood of Bellerose, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Jamaica.
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