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#2629 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 197 Ocean School (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
825 HICKSVILLE RD, Far Rockaway, NY 11691
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,629 of 4,742
In Far Rockaway
#5 of 16
public schools
In district
#27 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About PS 197 Ocean School (the)
PS 197 Ocean School (the) is a public elementary school in Far Rockaway, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. PS 197 Ocean School (the) serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 197 Ocean School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,629 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 197 Ocean School (the) show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 197 Ocean School (the) sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
56% of students at PS 197 Ocean 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 197 Ocean School (the) — Students at PS 197 Ocean School (the) score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 8.3/10.
How PS 197 Ocean School (the) Compares
See how PS 197 Ocean School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
825 HICKSVILLE RD, Far Rockaway, NY 11691
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 197 Ocean School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WAVE PREPARATORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-FAR ROCKAWAY (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT BROADWAY CAMPUS (rated 6.3/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Lawrence), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Far Rockaway, see our Far Rockaway schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 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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| ALBERTUS W BECKER SCHOOL Selkirk, NY | 6.0 |
| BAY RIDGE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 6.0 |
| BOLIVAR-RICHBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richburg, NY | 6.0 |
| BREWERTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Square, NY | 6.0 |
| BRIDGEPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bridgeport, NY | 6.0 |
| CHARLES A LINDBERGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 197 Ocean School (the)
What grades does PS 197 Ocean School (the) serve?
PS 197 Ocean School (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 197 Ocean School (the)?
PS 197 Ocean School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 403 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 197 Ocean School (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 197 Ocean School (the) is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 197 Ocean School (the) rank in NY?
PS 197 Ocean School (the) ranks #2,629 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 197 Ocean School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
PS 197 Ocean School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 197 Ocean School (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 197 Ocean School (the) has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 197 Ocean School (the) a charter school?
No, PS 197 Ocean School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 197 Ocean School (the) a Title I school?
No, PS 197 Ocean School (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 197 Ocean School (the)?
90.3% of students at PS 197 Ocean 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 403
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.1%
- Phone
- (718) 327-1083
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #27 of 63
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