PS 131 ABIGAIL ADAMS

PS 131 ABIGAIL ADAMS is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29 school district, located in JAMAICA, NY with about 812 students offering grade levels from 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 46 teachers, PS 131 ABIGAIL ADAMS has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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 131 ABIGAIL ADAMS, located in Jamaica, Queens, is a large, public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the New York City Department of Education, the school is known for its diverse student body and its commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment. The school prioritizes a well-rounded curriculum that emphasizes core academic subjects—such as literacy, mathematics, and science—while also integrating social-emotional learning to support the holistic development of its students.

The school is frequently recognized for its efforts to engage families and the local community, often hosting events and programs designed to bridge the gap between home and classroom. With a focus on academic rigor and character building, PS 131 strives to prepare its students for middle school success by encouraging critical thinking, collaboration, and a positive school culture. Its dedicated staff works to address the varying needs of a multi-lingual and multicultural student population, ensuring that every child has access to the resources and support necessary to thrive in an urban academic setting.

For more information, contact PS 131 ABIGAIL ADAMS at (718) 480-2840 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

170-45 84TH AVE
JAMAICA, NY 11432-2197
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PS 131 ABIGAIL ADAMS is a public Title I school in JAMAICA, NY with about 812 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
812
Teachers:
46.01
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 812 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PS 131 ABIGAIL ADAMS is predominantly Asian, representing about 76% of the student body.

Asian
75.9%
Hispanic/Latino
10.2%
Black or African American
5.5%
White
4.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.7%
Two or more races
1.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.1%

Female
52.0%
Male
48.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.