Serving 767 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 117 J Keld/briarwood School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 767 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 117 J Keld/briarwood School's student population of 767 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
767 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
P.s. 117 J Keld/briarwood School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 117 J Keld/briarwood School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2040 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
31%
10%
Hispanic
45%
30%
Black
9%
15%
White
11%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 117 J Keld/briarwood School's ranking?
P.s. 117 J Keld/briarwood School is ranked #2040 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 117 J Keld/briarwood School?
767 students attend P.s. 117 J Keld/briarwood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of P.s. 117 J Keld/briarwood School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 117 J Keld/briarwood School?
P.s. 117 J Keld/briarwood School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 117 J Keld/briarwood School offer ?
P.s. 117 J Keld/briarwood School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 117 J Keld/briarwood School part of?
P.s. 117 J Keld/briarwood School is part of New York City Geographic District #28.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 117 J Keld/briarwood School located?
P.s. 117 J Keld/briarwood School is located in the Briarwood neighborhood of Jamaica, NY.
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