Average
#2818 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 56 Harry Eichler
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
86-10 114TH ST, Richmond Hill, NY 11418
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
2nd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,818 of 4,742
In Richmond Hill
#5 of 10
public schools
In district
#30 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
Equity
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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PS 56 Harry Eichler
Elementary School in Richmond Hill · grades 2nd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 56 Harry Eichler
PS 56 Harry Eichler is a public elementary school in Richmond Hill, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. PS 56 Harry Eichler serves approximately 327 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 56 Harry Eichler has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,818 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 56 Harry Eichler show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at PS 56 Harry Eichler 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 56 Harry Eichler — Students at PS 56 Harry Eichler score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81%
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: 5.7/10.
How PS 56 Harry Eichler Compares
See how PS 56 Harry Eichler performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
86-10 114TH ST, Richmond Hill, NY 11418
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 56 Harry Eichler may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 273 (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 99 KEW GARDENS (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Kew Gardens), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 66 JACQUELINE KENNEDY-ONASSIS (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Richmond Hill, see our Richmond Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY CHILD JESUS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Richmond Hill | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| PS 51 Richmond Hill | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| PS 90 HORACE MANN Richmond Hill | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| RICHMOND HILL HIGH SCHOOL Richmond Hill | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| YESHIVA SHAAR HATORAH Richmond Hill | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| YESHIVA TIFERETH MOSHE Kew Gardens | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| EPIC HIGH SCHOOL - NORTH South Richmond Hill | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| TIEFERES TORAH INSTITUTE Kew Gardens | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 273 Richmond Hill | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 66 JACQUELINE KENNEDY-ONASSIS Richmond Hill | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| PS 62 CHESTER PARK SCHOOL South Richmond Hill | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| HIGH SCHOOL-CONSTRUCTION TRADES ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURE Ozone Park | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 54 HILLSIDE Richmond Hill | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 254 ROSA PARKS SCHOOL (THE) Richmond Hill | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| PS 99 KEW GARDENS Kew Gardens | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| THE KEW-FOREST SCHOOL Forest Hills | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| NEW YORK CITY ACADEMY FOR DISCOVERY Woodhaven | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| EZRA ACADEMY Forest Hills | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| YESHIVAT OHR HAIIM Richmond Hill | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 161 ARTHUR ASHE SCHOOL Jamaica | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 56 Harry Eichler
What grades does PS 56 Harry Eichler serve?
PS 56 Harry Eichler serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.
How many students attend PS 56 Harry Eichler?
PS 56 Harry Eichler has an enrollment of approximately 327 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 56 Harry Eichler?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 56 Harry Eichler is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 56 Harry Eichler rank in NY?
PS 56 Harry Eichler ranks #2,818 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 56 Harry Eichler's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 56 Harry Eichler has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 56 Harry Eichler?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 56 Harry Eichler has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 56 Harry Eichler a charter school?
No, PS 56 Harry Eichler is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 56 Harry Eichler a Title I school?
No, PS 56 Harry Eichler is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 56 Harry Eichler?
81.0% of students at PS 56 Harry Eichler 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
- 2nd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 327
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.4%
- Phone
- (718) 441-4448
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #30 of 63
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