Needs Improvement
#4629 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 183 Dr Richard R Green
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
2-45 BEACH 79TH ST, Rockaway Beach, NY 11693
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,629 of 4,742
In district
#62 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
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PS 183 Dr Richard R Green
Elementary School in Rockaway Beach · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 183 Dr Richard R Green
PS 183 Dr Richard R Green is a public elementary school in Rockaway Beach, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. PS 183 Dr Richard R Green serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 183 Dr Richard R Green has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,629 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 183 Dr Richard R Green show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
86% of students at PS 183 Dr Richard R Green 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 183 Dr Richard R Green — Students at PS 183 Dr Richard R Green score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.8/10.
How PS 183 Dr Richard R Green Compares
See how PS 183 Dr Richard R Green performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2-45 BEACH 79TH ST, Rockaway Beach, NY 11693
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 183 Dr Richard R Green may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WATERSIDE CHILDREN'S STUDIO SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Rockaway Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ROSE OF LIMA CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 47 CHRIS GALAS (rated 4.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Broad Channel), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rockaway Beach, see our Rockaway Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11693 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,829
Median Home Value
$473,200
Median Rent
$1,198/mo
Population
13,066
College Educated
35.7%
Homeownership
46.1%
Avg Commute
48.8 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
44.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 183 Dr Richard R Green
What grades does PS 183 Dr Richard R Green serve?
PS 183 Dr Richard R Green serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend PS 183 Dr Richard R Green?
PS 183 Dr Richard R Green has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 183 Dr Richard R Green?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 183 Dr Richard R Green is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 183 Dr Richard R Green rank in NY?
PS 183 Dr Richard R Green ranks #4,629 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 183 Dr Richard R Green's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 183 Dr Richard R Green has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 183 Dr Richard R Green?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 183 Dr Richard R Green has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 183 Dr Richard R Green a charter school?
No, PS 183 Dr Richard R Green is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 183 Dr Richard R Green a Title I school?
No, PS 183 Dr Richard R Green is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 183 Dr Richard R Green?
95.5% of students at PS 183 Dr Richard R Green 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
- 421
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 85.5%
- Phone
- (718) 634-9459
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #62 of 63
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