P.S. Q086 vs P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway
Public · Jamaica Hills-Briarwood
P.S. Q086
Grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE
Public · Forest Hills
P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway
Grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE
P.S. Q086 and P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway are both public schools in Jamaica Hills-Briarwood and Forest Hills. P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway rates higher on every metric we compare, including overall rating and ela proficiency. Overall: 67/100 (P.S. Q086) vs 97/100 (P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway).
How they compare
| Metric | P.S. Q086 | P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 67/100 | 97/100 (leads) |
| ELA proficiency | 61% | 96% (leads) |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 97% (leads) |
| Attendance | 91% | 95% (leads) |
| Student diversity | 56% | 72% (leads) |
| Average class size | 25 | 25 |
| Parent satisfaction | 95/100 | 95/100 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is P.S. Q086 or P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway a better fit?
- P.S. Q086 and P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway are both public schools in Jamaica Hills-Briarwood and Forest Hills. P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway leads on overall rating, ela proficiency, and math proficiency. The right fit depends on your child — run a Smart Match to weigh these against your family's priorities.
- How do P.S. Q086 and P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway compare on test scores?
- P.S. Q086: 61% ELA proficiency and 72% math proficiency. P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway: 96% ELA and 97% math.
- What grades do P.S. Q086 and P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway serve?
- P.S. Q086 serves grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE; P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway serves grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE.
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