Needs Improvement
#4584 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 105 Bay School (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
420 BEACH 51ST ST, Far Rockaway, NY 11691
Enrollment
593
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
593
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,584 of 4,742
In Far Rockaway
#15 of 16
public schools
In district
#60 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
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PS 105 Bay School (the)
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About PS 105 Bay School (the)
PS 105 Bay School (the) is a public elementary school in Far Rockaway, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. PS 105 Bay School (the) serves approximately 593 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 105 Bay School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,584 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 105 Bay School (the) show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
84% of students at PS 105 Bay School (the) 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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PS 105 Bay School (the) — Students at PS 105 Bay School (the) score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 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: 4.2/10.
How PS 105 Bay School (the) Compares
See how PS 105 Bay School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
420 BEACH 51ST ST, Far Rockaway, NY 11691
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 105 Bay School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WAVE PREPARATORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ROSE OF LIMA CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Rockaway Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PENINSULA PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Far Rockaway, see our Far Rockaway schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 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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| BUCKMAN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 3.2 |
| JOHNSON CITY ELEMENTARY/INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Johnson City, NY | 3.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 105 Bay School (the)
What grades does PS 105 Bay School (the) serve?
PS 105 Bay School (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend PS 105 Bay School (the)?
PS 105 Bay School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 593 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 105 Bay School (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 105 Bay School (the) is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 105 Bay School (the) rank in NY?
PS 105 Bay School (the) ranks #4,584 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 105 Bay School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
PS 105 Bay School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 PS 105 Bay School (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 105 Bay School (the) has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 105 Bay School (the) a charter school?
No, PS 105 Bay School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 105 Bay School (the) a Title I school?
No, PS 105 Bay School (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 105 Bay School (the)?
98.5% of students at PS 105 Bay School (the) qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 593
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 84.3%
- Phone
- (718) 474-8615
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #60 of 63
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