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Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School
Elementary School · PENINSULA PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
611 BEACH 19TH ST, Far Rockaway, NY 11691
Enrollment
319
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
319
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,814 of 4,742
In Far Rockaway
#6 of 16
public schools
Equity
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School
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About Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School
Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School is a public elementary school in Far Rockaway, NY, part of PENINSULA PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL. Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School serves approximately 319 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th. Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,814 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
51% of students at Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School — Students at Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 17 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.
How Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School Compares
See how Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
611 BEACH 19TH ST, Far Rockaway, NY 11691
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WAVE PREPARATORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-FAR ROCKAWAY (rated 6.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 197 OCEAN SCHOOL (THE) (rated 6.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Far Rockaway, see our Far Rockaway schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11691 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,027
Median Home Value
$649,400
Median Rent
$1,444/mo
Population
68,704
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
28.9%
Avg Commute
45 min
Poverty Rate
20.8%
Median Age
36
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School
What grades does Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School serve?
Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School?
Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 319 students.
How does Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School rank in NY?
Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School ranks #2,814 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School a Title I school?
No, Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School?
73.4% of students at Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 319
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.8%
- Phone
- (347) 403-9231
Resources & Links
District
PENINSULA PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 319
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,472
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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