QUEENS SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP (THE)

QUEENS SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP (THE) 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 315 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. 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 22 teachers, QUEENS SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP (THE) 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.

The Queens School for Leadership (QSL), located in Jamaica, Queens, is a public middle school (serving grades 6–8) that operates with a focus on developing student character alongside academic achievement. The school is known for fostering a supportive, small-school environment that emphasizes the development of "leaders" by encouraging students to take responsibility for their education and community. Their approach typically integrates rigorous academic standards with social-emotional learning, aiming to prepare students for the transition to high school and beyond by instilling values like integrity, perseverance, and collaboration.

Beyond the standard curriculum, the school often promotes a culture of engagement through extracurricular activities and a personalized approach to instruction. By maintaining a focus on individual student growth, the Queens School for Leadership strives to provide a structured yet inclusive atmosphere where students are empowered to advocate for themselves and contribute positively to their surroundings. It is a school that prioritizes not just grades, but the holistic development of students as informed and active members of the Jamaica community.

For more information, contact QUEENS SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP (THE) at (718) 558-6220 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.