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#3473 of 4,742 schools in NY
Based on limited data
PS 224
Elementary School · NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75
252-12 72ND AVE, Bellerose, NY 11426
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,473 of 4,742
In Bellerose
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#9 of 58
NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75
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PS 224
Elementary School in Bellerose · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 224
PS 224 is a public elementary school in Bellerose, NY, part of NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75. PS 224 serves approximately 456 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 224 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,473 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 6.1:1 students to teachers, PS 224 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
57% of students at PS 224 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How PS 224 Compares
See how PS 224 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
252-12 72ND AVE, Bellerose, NY 11426
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 224 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Great Neck), which scores notably higher. Another option is JAMES J AMBROSE SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Floral Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 18 WINCHESTER (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Queens Village), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bellerose, see our Bellerose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 186 CASTLEWOOD Bellerose | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| YESHIVA HAR TORAH Bellerose | 0.2 mi | 4.5 |
| NEW YORK CITY CHILDREN'S CENTER Bellerose | 0.4 mi | — |
| PS 23 AT QUEENS CHILDREN CENTER Bellerose | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| PS/IS 266 Bellerose | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| PS/IS 208 Bellerose | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES Bellerose | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| OUR LADY OF THE SNOWS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Floral Park | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| PS Q811 Little Neck | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| IRWIN ALTMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL 172 Floral Park | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| JAMES J AMBROSE SCHOOL (THE) Floral Park | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 221 NORTH HILLS SCHOOL (THE) Little Neck | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 133 Bellerose | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| JHS 67 LOUIS PASTEUR Little Neck | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 191 MAYFLOWER Floral Park | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 993 Floral Park | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| PS 18 WINCHESTER Queens Village | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Great Neck | 1.2 mi | — |
| GREAT NECK SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Great Neck | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| LAKEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Great Neck | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11426 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,591
Median Home Value
$676,100
Median Rent
$2,158/mo
Population
19,638
College Educated
43.8%
Homeownership
70.2%
Avg Commute
39 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
46.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADOLPH SCHREIBER HEBREW ACADEMY New City, NY | 5.1 |
| ARCHER STREET SCHOOL Freeport, NY | 5.1 |
| ATTICA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Attica, NY | 5.1 |
| BENTON HALL ACADEMY Little Falls, NY | 5.1 |
| CHARLES A UPSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport, NY | 5.1 |
| CHERRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 224
What grades does PS 224 serve?
PS 224 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend PS 224?
PS 224 has an enrollment of approximately 456 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 224?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 224 is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 224 rank in NY?
PS 224 ranks #3,473 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 224's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 224 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is PS 224 a charter school?
No, PS 224 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 224 a Title I school?
No, PS 224 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 224?
75.9% of students at PS 224 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
- 456
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 75
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.9%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.0%
- Phone
- (718) 831-4024
Resources & Links
District
NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75- Schools in District
- 59
- District Rank
- #9 of 58
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