Average
#2926 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 207 Rockwood Park
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
159-15 88TH ST, Howard Beach, NY 11414
Enrollment
639
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
639
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,926 of 4,742
In Howard Beach
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#32 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
Academic performance
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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PS 207 Rockwood Park
Elementary School in Howard Beach · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 207 Rockwood Park
PS 207 Rockwood Park is a public elementary school in Howard Beach, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. PS 207 Rockwood Park serves approximately 639 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 207 Rockwood Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,926 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 207 Rockwood Park show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at PS 207 Rockwood Park 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 207 Rockwood Park — Students at PS 207 Rockwood Park score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 38 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: 4.6/10.
How PS 207 Rockwood Park Compares
See how PS 207 Rockwood Park performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
159-15 88TH ST, Howard Beach, NY 11414
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 207 Rockwood Park may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 146 HOWARD BEACH (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DIVINE MERCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Ozone Park), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 108 CAPTAIN VINCENT G FOWLER (rated 6.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby South Ozone Park), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Howard Beach, see our Howard Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11414 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,209
Median Home Value
$612,800
Median Rent
$1,991/mo
Population
31,090
College Educated
31.3%
Homeownership
76.6%
Avg Commute
43.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
45.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 207 Rockwood Park
What grades does PS 207 Rockwood Park serve?
PS 207 Rockwood Park serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend PS 207 Rockwood Park?
PS 207 Rockwood Park has an enrollment of approximately 639 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 207 Rockwood Park?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 207 Rockwood Park is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 207 Rockwood Park rank in NY?
PS 207 Rockwood Park ranks #2,926 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 207 Rockwood Park's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 207 Rockwood Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 207 Rockwood Park?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 207 Rockwood Park has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 207 Rockwood Park a charter school?
No, PS 207 Rockwood Park is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 207 Rockwood Park a Title I school?
No, PS 207 Rockwood Park is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 207 Rockwood Park?
32.9% of students at PS 207 Rockwood Park 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
- 639
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.3%
- Phone
- (718) 848-2700
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #32 of 63
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