PS 26 RUFUS KING

PS 26 RUFUS KING is a public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26 school district, located in FLUSHING, NY with about 705 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 46 teachers, PS 26 RUFUS KING has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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. 26, also known as the Rufus King School, is a public elementary school located in the Fresh Meadows/Flushing area of Queens, New York. Serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through grade 5, the school is deeply integrated into its residential community and is named after Rufus King, a Founding Father and former U.S. Senator who once resided in the area. The school is known for fostering a supportive and structured academic environment, focusing on foundational literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development.

Beyond the core curriculum, P.S. 26 emphasizes a holistic approach to education by offering various enrichment programs, arts integration, and technology initiatives designed to prepare students for middle school and beyond. The school maintains a strong emphasis on family engagement and community collaboration, often hosting events that involve parents in the educational process. As part of the New York City Department of Education, P.S. 26 benefits from the resources of District 26, which is historically recognized for its high academic standards and consistent student performance.

For more information, contact PS 26 RUFUS KING at (718) 464-4505 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.