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#2917 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 54 Hillside
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
86-02 127TH ST, Richmond Hill, NY 11418
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,917 of 4,742
In Richmond Hill
#6 of 10
public schools
In district
#41 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
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PS 54 Hillside
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About PS 54 Hillside
PS 54 Hillside is a public elementary school in Richmond Hill, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. PS 54 Hillside serves approximately 443 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 54 Hillside has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,917 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 54 Hillside show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at PS 54 Hillside 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 54 Hillside — Students at PS 54 Hillside score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.2%
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: 5.8/10.
How PS 54 Hillside Compares
See how PS 54 Hillside performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
86-02 127TH ST, Richmond Hill, NY 11418
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 54 Hillside may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 99 KEW GARDENS (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Kew Gardens), which scores notably higher. Another option is YESHIVAT OHR HAIIM (rated 7.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 55 MAURE (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Richmond Hill, see our Richmond Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TIEFERES TORAH INSTITUTE Kew Gardens | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| YESHIVAT OHR HAIIM Richmond Hill | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| TIEGERMAN HIGH SCHOOL Richmond Hill | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 51 Richmond Hill | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| PS 99 KEW GARDENS Kew Gardens | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| AL-IMAN SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ARCHBISHOP MOLLOY HIGH SCHOOL Briarwood | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| YESHIVA SHAAR HATORAH Richmond Hill | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| EPIC HIGH SCHOOL - NORTH South Richmond Hill | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| YESHIVA TIFERETH MOSHE Kew Gardens | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 56 HARRY EICHLER Richmond Hill | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| RICHMOND HILL HIGH SCHOOL Richmond Hill | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 55 MAURE Richmond Hill | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 82 HAMMOND Jamaica | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 161 ARTHUR ASHE SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 117 J KELD/BRIARWOOD SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| HOLY CHILD JESUS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Richmond Hill | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| EZRA ACADEMY Forest Hills | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| THE KEW-FOREST SCHOOL Forest Hills | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| THERESA PAPLIN SCHOOL Briarwood | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood 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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BNOS MALKA ACADEMY Forest Hills, NY | 5.7 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 5 Bronx, NY | 5.7 |
| BURNS AVENUE SCHOOL Hicksville, NY | 5.7 |
| CARLYLE C RING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown, NY | 5.7 |
| CHESTNUT RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 5.7 |
| DR WALTER COOPER ACADEMY Rochester, NY | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 54 Hillside
What grades does PS 54 Hillside serve?
PS 54 Hillside serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 54 Hillside?
PS 54 Hillside has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 54 Hillside?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 54 Hillside is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 54 Hillside rank in NY?
PS 54 Hillside ranks #2,917 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 54 Hillside's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 54 Hillside 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 54 Hillside?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 54 Hillside has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 54 Hillside a charter school?
No, PS 54 Hillside is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 54 Hillside a Title I school?
No, PS 54 Hillside is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 54 Hillside?
89.2% of students at PS 54 Hillside 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 443
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.6%
- Phone
- (718) 849-0962
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #41 of 50
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