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#3028 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
39-20 48TH AVE, Long Island City, NY 11104
Enrollment
579
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
579
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,028 of 4,742
In Long Island City
#35 of 38
public schools
In district
#40 of 56
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
Equity
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald
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About PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald
PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald is a public elementary school in Long Island City, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24. PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald serves approximately 579 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,028 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald 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 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald — Students at PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.5%
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: 5.7/10.
How PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald Compares
See how PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
39-20 48TH AVE, Long Island City, NY 11104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHILDREN'S LAB SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 150 (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GROWING UP GREEN CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Long Island City, see our Long Island City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,716
Median Home Value
$665,700
Median Rent
$1,924/mo
Population
26,825
College Educated
51.3%
Homeownership
21.5%
Avg Commute
37.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
39.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald
What grades does PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald serve?
PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald?
PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald has an enrollment of approximately 579 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald rank in NY?
PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald ranks #3,028 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald a charter school?
No, PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald a Title I school?
No, PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald?
85.5% of students at PS 199 Maurice a Fitzgerald 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
- 579
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.4%
- Phone
- (718) 784-3431
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24- District Enrollment
- 50,843
- Schools in District
- 57
- District Rank
- #40 of 56
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