Below Average
#3842 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
84-40 101ST ST, Richmond Hill, NY 11418
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,842 of 4,742
In Richmond Hill
#9 of 10
public schools
In district
#46 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
Equity
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the)
Elementary School in Richmond Hill · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
PS 273
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About PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the)
PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the) is a public elementary school in Richmond Hill, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the) serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,842 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the) show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at PS 254 Rosa Parks 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 254 Rosa Parks School (the) — Students at PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the) score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.6%
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: 3.2/10.
How PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the) Compares
See how PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
84-40 101ST ST, Richmond Hill, NY 11418
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 273 (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 66 JACQUELINE KENNEDY-ONASSIS (rated 7.4/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS/IS 113 ANTHONY J PRANZO (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Glendale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Richmond Hill, see our Richmond Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11418 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,927
Median Home Value
$772,800
Median Rent
$1,788/mo
Population
36,304
College Educated
32.4%
Homeownership
48.8%
Avg Commute
45.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
39.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the)
What grades does PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the) serve?
PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the)?
PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the) is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the) rank in NY?
PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the) ranks #3,842 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 254 Rosa Parks School (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the) has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the) a charter school?
No, PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the) a Title I school?
No, PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 254 Rosa Parks School (the)?
80.6% of students at PS 254 Rosa Parks 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 510
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.2%
- Phone
- (718) 520-7878
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #46 of 63
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