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Best Elementary Schools in Jackson Heights

The top elementary schools in Jackson Heights, ranked by our overall rating — the average of the school's New York State ELA and math proficiency, grades 3–8, shown out of 100. The Hector Figueroa School leads with 78/100, followed by P.S. 212 and Renaissance Charter School. 12 elementary schools in Jackson Heights in total.

The ranking

1
The Hector Figueroa School69-01 34 Avenue
  • Pre-K / 3-K
  • K–5 Elementary
2
P.S. 21234-25 82 STREET
  • Pre-K / 3-K
  • K–5 Elementary
3
Renaissance Charter School35-59 81 Street
  • Pre-K / 3-K
  • K–5 Elementary
  • 6–8 Middle School
  • 9–12 High School
4
P.S. 069 Jackson Heights77-02 37 AVENUE
  • Pre-K / 3-K
  • K–5 Elementary
5
P.S. 149 Christa McAuliffe93-11 34 AVENUE
  • Pre-K / 3-K
  • K–5 Elementary
6
P.S. 148 Queens89-02 32 AVENUE
  • Pre-K / 3-K
  • K–5 Elementary
7
PS280Q: Home of the Lionhearts34-20 94 Street
  • Pre-K / 3-K
  • K–5 Elementary
8
Lexington School For The Deaf26-26 75 STREET
  • Pre-K / 3-K
  • K–5 Elementary
Not rated
9
Garden School33-16 79 STREET
  • Pre-K / 3-K
  • K–5 Elementary
Not rated
10
P.S. Q222 - Fire Fighter Christopher A. Santora School86-15 37 AVENUE
  • Pre-K / 3-K
  • K–5 Elementary
Not rated
11
St Joan Of Arc School35-27 82 STREET
  • Pre-K / 3-K
  • K–5 Elementary
Not rated
12
Our Lady Of Fatima Catholic Academy25-38 80 STREET
  • Pre-K / 3-K
  • K–5 Elementary
Not rated
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best elementary school in Jackson Heights?
The Hector Figueroa School ranks highest by our overall rating (78/100), ahead of P.S. 212. The best fit depends on your child — Smart Match (Motley Pro) ranks schools against your family's priorities.
How many elementary schools are in Jackson Heights?
There are 12 elementary schools in Jackson Heights.
How are these schools ranked?
By our overall rating — the average of the school's New York State ELA and math proficiency, grades 3–8, shown out of 100. The Approaching / Meeting / Exceeding bands are our thresholds, not New York State levels. Smart Match (Motley Pro) weighs academics, diversity, programs, distance from home, and special-education needs against your family's priorities.

Which of these fits your child?

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