PS 18 WINCHESTER

PS 18 WINCHESTER is a public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26 school district, located in QUEENS VILLAGE, NY with about 620 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 42 teachers, PS 18 WINCHESTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

P.S. 18, also known as the Winchester School, is a public elementary school located in the Queens Village neighborhood of Queens, New York. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 29. The school is known for being a neighborhood-focused institution that prioritizes academic foundational skills while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for a diverse student body.

Academically, P.S. 18 places a strong emphasis on core subjects like literacy and mathematics, often integrating enrichment programs to help students meet state standards. The school community is characterized by its efforts to engage families and provide a stable learning environment, frequently hosting events and programs designed to encourage parental involvement. With its location in a residential area of Queens, the school serves as a central hub for local families, striving to prepare its students for the transition to middle school through structured classroom instruction and social-emotional development.

For more information, contact PS 18 WINCHESTER at (718) 464-4167 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.