PS 117 J KELD/BRIARWOOD SCHOOL

PS 117 J KELD/BRIARWOOD 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 1,015 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 67 teachers, PS 117 J KELD/BRIARWOOD 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.

PS 117, also known as the J. Keld/Briarwood School, is a public elementary school located in the Briarwood neighborhood of Jamaica, Queens. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is situated on 143rd Street and operates within the New York City Department of Education’s District 28. It is a community-focused institution that serves a diverse student body, reflecting the multi-ethnic and multicultural character of the surrounding Briarwood area.

The school is generally recognized for its commitment to providing a foundational education that emphasizes literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development. Like many schools in the district, PS 117 focuses on fostering an inclusive learning environment, often utilizing collaborative teaching strategies to support students with varying academic needs. By prioritizing parent engagement and community partnerships, the school aims to create a supportive network that prepares its young learners for success as they transition into middle school.

For more information, contact PS 117 J KELD/BRIARWOOD SCHOOL at (718) 526-4780 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.