PS/IS 268

PS/IS 268 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 635 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 44 teachers, PS/IS 268 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.

PS/IS 268, also known as the Margaret Michael School, is a public school located in the Jamaica neighborhood of Queens, New York. Serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade, the school operates as a comprehensive educational environment that bridges the gap between early childhood development and the transition to high school. As a zoned school, it functions as a central academic hub for the local community, emphasizing foundational skills in literacy and mathematics while fostering a supportive social-emotional climate for its diverse student body.

The school is characterized by its commitment to student growth and community engagement. As part of the New York City Department of Education, PS/IS 268 utilizes a structured curriculum designed to meet state standards while offering various programs intended to enrich the student experience. By housing both elementary and middle school grades under one roof, the school provides a sense of continuity for families, allowing students to build long-term relationships with staff and peers throughout their formative years.

For more information, contact PS/IS 268 at (718) 206-3240 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.