Very Good
#1093 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 23% in state
PS 122 Mamie Fay
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
21-21 DITMARS BLVD, Astoria, NY 11105
Enrollment
1,146
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
1,146
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,093 of 4,742
In Astoria
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#17 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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PS 122 Mamie Fay
Elementary School in Astoria · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 122 Mamie Fay
PS 122 Mamie Fay is a public elementary school in Astoria, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30. PS 122 Mamie Fay serves approximately 1,146 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 122 Mamie Fay has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,093 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 122 Mamie Fay show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 122 Mamie Fay — Students at PS 122 Mamie Fay score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 39 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.
How PS 122 Mamie Fay Compares
See how PS 122 Mamie Fay performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
21-21 DITMARS BLVD, Astoria, NY 11105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 122 Mamie Fay may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. 30TH AVENUE SCHOOL (THE) (G & T CITYWIDE) (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 234 (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ASTORIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Astoria, see our Astoria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,306
Median Home Value
$1,089,000
Median Rent
$2,211/mo
Population
38,507
College Educated
54.6%
Homeownership
24%
Avg Commute
39.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
36.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| PS 321 WILLIAM PENN Brooklyn, NY | 7.6 |
| PS 99 KEW GARDENS Kew Gardens, NY | 7.6 |
| SANFORDVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Warwick, NY | 7.6 |
| PS 102 BAYVIEW (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 7.5 |
| PS 120 Flushing, NY | 7.5 |
| PS 150 Long Island City, NY | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 122 Mamie Fay
What grades does PS 122 Mamie Fay serve?
PS 122 Mamie Fay serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend PS 122 Mamie Fay?
PS 122 Mamie Fay has an enrollment of approximately 1,146 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 122 Mamie Fay?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 122 Mamie Fay is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 122 Mamie Fay rank in NY?
PS 122 Mamie Fay ranks #1,093 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 122 Mamie Fay's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 122 Mamie Fay has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 122 Mamie Fay?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 122 Mamie Fay has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 122 Mamie Fay a charter school?
No, PS 122 Mamie Fay is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 122 Mamie Fay a Title I school?
No, PS 122 Mamie Fay is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 122 Mamie Fay?
50.2% of students at PS 122 Mamie Fay 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
- 1,146
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 70
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.1%
- Phone
- (718) 721-6410
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30- District Enrollment
- 37,414
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #17 of 50
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