Average
#1864 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 39% in state
PS 55 Maure
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
131-10 97TH AVE, Richmond Hill, NY 11418
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,864 of 4,742
In Richmond Hill
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#26 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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PS 55 Maure
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About PS 55 Maure
PS 55 Maure is a public elementary school in Richmond Hill, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. PS 55 Maure serves approximately 491 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 55 Maure has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,864 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 55 Maure show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
58% of students at PS 55 Maure 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 55 Maure — Students at PS 55 Maure score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 8.6/10.
How PS 55 Maure Compares
See how PS 55 Maure performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
131-10 97TH AVE, Richmond Hill, NY 11418
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 55 Maure may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 121 (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby South Ozone Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 155 (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby South Ozone Park), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, YESHIVAT OHR HAIIM (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Richmond Hill, see our Richmond Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 161 ARTHUR ASHE SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| AL-IMAN SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 50 TALFOURD LAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamaica | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 121 South Ozone Park | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 82 HAMMOND Jamaica | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| TIEGERMAN HIGH SCHOOL Richmond Hill | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 54 HILLSIDE Richmond Hill | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| YESHIVAT OHR HAIIM Richmond Hill | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| EPIC HIGH SCHOOL - NORTH South Richmond Hill | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| PS 100 GLEN MORRIS South Ozone Park | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 155 South Ozone Park | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| THERESA PAPLIN SCHOOL Briarwood | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| THERESA PAPLIN SCHOOL Jamaica | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 51 Richmond Hill | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| TIEFERES TORAH INSTITUTE Kew Gardens | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 117 J KELD/BRIARWOOD SCHOOL Jamaica | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| JHS 217 ROBERT A VAN WYCK Jamaica | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC ACADEMY South Ozone Park | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| RICHMOND HILL HIGH SCHOOL Richmond Hill | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 160 WALTER FRANCIS BISHOP Jamaica | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALDEN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Alden, NY | 6.8 |
| APALACHIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apalachin, NY | 6.8 |
| CROMPOND SCHOOL Yorktown Heights, NY | 6.8 |
| DOWS LANE (K-3) SCHOOL Irvington, NY | 6.8 |
| DUANESBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delanson, NY | 6.8 |
| EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach, NY | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 55 Maure
What grades does PS 55 Maure serve?
PS 55 Maure serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 55 Maure?
PS 55 Maure has an enrollment of approximately 491 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 55 Maure?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 55 Maure is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 55 Maure rank in NY?
PS 55 Maure ranks #1,864 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 55 Maure's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 55 Maure has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Maure?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 55 Maure has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 55 Maure a charter school?
No, PS 55 Maure is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 55 Maure a Title I school?
No, PS 55 Maure is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 55 Maure?
80.7% of students at PS 55 Maure 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 491
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.8%
- Phone
- (718) 849-3845
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #26 of 50
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