P.S./I.S. 116 William C. Hughley

About this school

Zoned continuation school with K-8 service. Zoned entry does not always translate into an open middle-school seat for late movers.

PS/IS 116Q is a Pre-K through Grade 8 school located in Jamaica, Queens, New York. As a culturally diverse learning community, the school is committed to nurturing the whole child by addressing both academic achievement and socio-emotional development. The school offers a rich array of programs designed to enhance student learning and creativity, including visual arts, music, dance, and a dual language program. PS/IS 116Q also fosters student engagement through extracurricular opportunities such as a school chorus and a basketball team. A core value of the school is collaborative decision-making. PS/IS 116Q actively involves all stakeholders-including students, parents, teachers, and community members-in shaping policies and programs. The school promotes a strong sense of community through monthly school spirit days and ongoing parent education workshops, further reinforcing the partnership between families and the school. Through a holistic approach to education and an inclusive school culture, PS/IS 116Q strives to ensure that every student is supported, inspired, and prepared for future success.

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Student demographics

NYC School Quality Snapshot · Reporting period: 2024-10-31 · Source release: 2025 · unknown · Retrieved September 10, 2026 · Source-reported for the stated period; retrieval does not establish present-day accuracy. Only the categories available in this record are shown; totals may be below 100%.

Black

37%

Hispanic

42%

Asian

14%

Academic measures

NYC School Quality Snapshot · Source release: 2025 release (measurement periods vary). Proficiency is the share of tested students meeting state standards, not a school rating.

ELA proficiency: 40%2025 NY State tests
Math proficiency: 33%2025 NY State tests
Student attendance: 87%September 2024-June 2025

Sources and data dates

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