PS 22 THOMAS JEFFERSON

PS 22 THOMAS JEFFERSON is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25 school district, located in FLUSHING, NY with about 920 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 22 THOMAS JEFFERSON has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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 22, the Thomas Jefferson School, is a public elementary school located in the vibrant, diverse neighborhood of Flushing, Queens. Serving students in grades PK through 5, the school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 25. The institution is known for being a cornerstone of its local community, fostering an environment that emphasizes academic foundational skills while catering to a highly diverse student body, which is characteristic of the Flushing area.

Academically, PS 22 focuses on providing a balanced curriculum that supports student growth in literacy and mathematics. The school places a strong emphasis on creating an inclusive atmosphere, offering various support services for English Language Learners (ELL) and students with special needs to ensure that all children have access to a quality education. Through a mix of classroom instruction, enrichment activities, and a commitment to social-emotional development, PS 22 aims to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact PS 22 THOMAS JEFFERSON at (718) 762-4141 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.