PS 50 TALFOURD LAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PS 50 TALFOURD LAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28 school district, located in JAMAICA, NY with about 802 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 53 teachers, PS 50 TALFOURD LAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 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. 50 Talfourd Lawn Elementary School, located in the Jamaica neighborhood of Queens, is a public school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the New York City Department of Education, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive academic environment that emphasizes core literacy and mathematical proficiency. The school typically focuses on building strong foundational skills while integrating social-emotional learning to help students develop both character and academic discipline.

In addition to its standard curriculum, P.S. 50 is known for its efforts to engage the local community and provide a structured setting for its diverse student body. The school places a significant emphasis on creating a welcoming atmosphere where families are encouraged to participate in their child's education. By balancing rigorous instructional goals with enrichment opportunities, P.S. 50 strives to prepare its students for the transition to middle school and long-term academic success within the NYC public school system.

For more information, contact PS 50 TALFOURD LAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (718) 526-5336 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.