Best Schools in Howard Beach, New York
6 schools · 6 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Howard Beach by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Our World Neighborhood Charter School 2
Elementary · Our World Neighborhood Charter School 2. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
PS 146 Howard Beach
Elementary · New York City Geographic District #27. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
PS 232 Lindenwood
Elementary · New York City Geographic District #27. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Howard Beach for 2026 are Our World Neighborhood Charter School 2 (8.0/10), PS 146 Howard Beach (6.7/10), and PS 232 Lindenwood (6.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
6
4 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$612,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
6
4 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$612,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +18.9 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Howard Beach schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Howard Beach
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 rated schools; 6 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Our World Neighborhood Charter School 2 | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | PS 146 Howard Beach | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | PS 232 Lindenwood | 6.0 / 10 |
| 4 | PS 207 Rockwood Park | 4.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $98,209
- Median home value
- $612,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Avg commute
- 43 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
17% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Howard Beach compares
New York rank
#308 of 473
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below New York avg (6.4)
Median household income
$98k
105% of New York median
Schools in this city
6
New York City Geographic District #27 runs 75% of Howard Beach's public schools
Howard Beach touches 2 districts, but New York City Geographic District #27 is the one most addresses actually attend.
New York City Geographic District #27 accounts for 3 of 4 public schools (75%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 4 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.8 to 8.0 — the spread is inside Howard Beach, not a citywide average.
- New York City Geographic District #273 public · 75%
- Our World Neighborhood Charter School 21 public · 25%
About Schools in Howard Beach, New York
Howard Beach, New York is home to 6 schools, including 4 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Howard Beach show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Howard Beach is Our World Neighborhood Charter School 2 with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Howard Beach is served by 2 school districts: NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27, OUR WORLD NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL 2. These districts collectively serve 42,091 students.
Howard Beach's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $98,209. The poverty rate in the area is 6.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 428 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.0 | ||
| 2 | 515 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.7 | ||
| 3 | 820 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.0 | ||
| 4 | 639 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.8 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Helen Catholic AcademyPrivate 333 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | St Helen Catholic AcademyPrivate 331 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Howard Beach
Howard Beach, New York · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$98,209
Median Home Value
$612,800
Median Rent
$1,991/mo
Population
31,090
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
43 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Community Profile
Howard Beach has a median household income of $98,209. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $612,800, with a median rent of $1,991/month. The local poverty rate of 6.1% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 43 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 6
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Howard Beach, New York
How many schools are in Howard Beach, New York?
Howard Beach has 6 schools, including 4 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Howard Beach, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Howard Beach is 6.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Howard Beach, New York?
The top-ranked school in Howard Beach on MySchoolScout is Our World Neighborhood Charter School 2 with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Howard Beach, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Howard Beach on MySchoolScout is Our World Neighborhood Charter School 2 with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Howard Beach, New York?
Howard Beach is served by 2 school districts: New York City Geographic District #27, Our World Neighborhood Charter School 2.
What is the education level in Howard Beach, New York?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Howard Beach have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Howard Beach, New York?
The median household income in Howard Beach is approximately $98,209 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Howard Beach, New York?
Yes, Howard Beach has 2 private schools alongside 4 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Helen Catholic Academy with a score of 6.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Howard Beach, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Howard Beach is 13.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Howard Beach, New York?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.