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PS 55 Henry M Boehm

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31

54 OSBORNE ST, Staten Island, NY 10312

Enrollment

504

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,399 of 4,742

In Staten Island

#53 of 86

public schools

In district

#49 of 74

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31

Academic performance

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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PS 55 Henry M Boehm

6.2/10

Elementary School in Staten Island · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About PS 55 Henry M Boehm

PS 55 Henry M Boehm is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. PS 55 Henry M Boehm serves approximately 504 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 55 Henry M Boehm has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,399 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 55 Henry M Boehm show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-4.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.5 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Chronic Absenteeism27.2%

PS 55 Henry M Boehm — Students at PS 55 Henry M Boehm score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 61.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 62.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
36%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2021*
Math
65.4%
ELA
74.6%
2022
Math
49.1%
ELA
55.4%

* 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 55 Henry M Boehm Compares

See how PS 55 Henry M Boehm performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
49th percentile in NY
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
6.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.2%

Location

54 OSBORNE ST, Staten Island, NY 10312

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 55 Henry M Boehm may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 5 HUGUENOT (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 50 FRANK HANKINSON (rated 8.4/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 8 SHIRLEE SOLOMON (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
RABBI JACOB JOSEPH SCHOOL FOR BOYS Staten Island 0.8 mi 6.9
PS 8 SHIRLEE SOLOMON Staten Island 1.0 mi 8.0
ST CLARE SCHOOL Staten Island 1.0 mi 4.4
PS 42 ELTINGVILLE Staten Island 1.1 mi 7.2
PS 36 J C DRUMGOOLE Staten Island 1.1 mi 6.4
IS 24 MYRA S BARNES Staten Island 1.2 mi 7.7
PS 32 GIFFORD SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island 1.6 mi 6.9
PS 5 HUGUENOT Staten Island 1.3 mi 8.5
IS 7 ELIAS BERNSTEIN Staten Island 1.5 mi 7.2
DAVID MARQUIS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (THE) Staten Island 2.0 mi 4.5
TOTTENVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island 1.7 mi 7.8
BARBARA ESSELBORN SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island 1.8 mi 7.7
IS 75 FRANK D PAULO Staten Island 1.8 mi 8.0
PS 4 MAURICE WOLLIN Staten Island 2.0 mi 7.3
STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY Staten Island 2.9 mi 6.6
MARSH AVENUE SCHOOL FOR EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING Staten Island 3.2 mi 7.6
CSI HIGH SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Staten Island 3.2 mi 8.0
GAYNOR MCCOWN EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING SCHOOL Staten Island 3.2 mi 7.8
PS 50 FRANK HANKINSON Staten Island 2.7 mi 8.4
PS 23 RICHMONDTOWN Staten Island 2.9 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10312 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,434

Median Home Value

$698,900

Median Rent

$1,911/mo

Population

63,345

College Educated

40.9%

Homeownership

81.6%

Avg Commute

43.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

40.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 55 Henry M Boehm

What grades does PS 55 Henry M Boehm serve?

PS 55 Henry M Boehm serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 55 Henry M Boehm?

PS 55 Henry M Boehm has an enrollment of approximately 504 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 55 Henry M Boehm?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 55 Henry M Boehm is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 55 Henry M Boehm rank in NY?

PS 55 Henry M Boehm ranks #2,399 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 55 Henry M Boehm's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 55 Henry M Boehm has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 55 Henry M Boehm?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 55 Henry M Boehm has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 55 Henry M Boehm a charter school?

No, PS 55 Henry M Boehm is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 55 Henry M Boehm a Title I school?

No, PS 55 Henry M Boehm is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 55 Henry M Boehm?

40.1% of students at PS 55 Henry M Boehm 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
63 Good Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
40.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Richmond County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.2%

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