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#2817 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
103-22 99TH ST, Ozone Park, NY 11417
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,817 of 4,742
In Ozone Park
#6 of 10
public schools
In district
#29 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
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About PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the)
PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the) is a public elementary school in Ozone Park, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the) serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,817 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the) show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% 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
56% of students at PS 65 Raymond York Elementary 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 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the) — Students at PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the) score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.9%
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: 6.7/10.
How PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the) Compares
See how PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
103-22 99TH ST, Ozone Park, NY 11417
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 273 (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Richmond Hill), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 66 JACQUELINE KENNEDY-ONASSIS (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Richmond Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DIVINE MERCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ozone Park, see our Ozone Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11417 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,330
Median Home Value
$731,900
Median Rent
$1,853/mo
Population
30,091
College Educated
24.7%
Homeownership
58.4%
Avg Commute
44.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
39.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the)
What grades does PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the) serve?
PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the)?
PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the) is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the) rank in NY?
PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the) ranks #2,817 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the) 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 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the) has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the) a charter school?
No, PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the) a Title I school?
No, PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 65 Raymond York Elementary School (the)?
83.9% of students at PS 65 Raymond York Elementary 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 360
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.1%
- Phone
- (718) 323-1685
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #29 of 63
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