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PS 90 Horace Mann

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27

86-50 109TH ST, Richmond Hill, NY 11418

Enrollment

587

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,925 of 4,742

In Richmond Hill

#7 of 10

public schools

In district

#31 of 63

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27

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PS 90 Horace Mann

5.7/10

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

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About PS 90 Horace Mann

PS 90 Horace Mann is a public elementary school in Richmond Hill, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. PS 90 Horace Mann serves approximately 587 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 90 Horace Mann has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,925 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 90 Horace Mann show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at PS 90 Horace Mann 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-11.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-23.8 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Chronic Absenteeism40.4%

PS 90 Horace Mann — Students at PS 90 Horace Mann score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
47.8% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
62.3% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 30 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
94%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
28%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
31%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
37.5%
ELA
87.5%
2022
Math
36.7%
ELA
38.5%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How PS 90 Horace Mann Compares

See how PS 90 Horace Mann performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in NY
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.4%

Location

86-50 109TH ST, Richmond Hill, NY 11418

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 90 Horace Mann may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 273 (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 66 JACQUELINE KENNEDY-ONASSIS (rated 7.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DIVINE MERCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Ozone Park), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Richmond Hill, see our Richmond Hill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
HOLY CHILD JESUS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Richmond Hill 0.2 mi 5.6
PS 56 HARRY EICHLER Richmond Hill 0.3 mi 5.8
PS 273 Richmond Hill 0.3 mi 8.1
RICHMOND HILL HIGH SCHOOL Richmond Hill 0.3 mi 6.9
PS 66 JACQUELINE KENNEDY-ONASSIS Richmond Hill 0.4 mi 7.4
HIGH SCHOOL-CONSTRUCTION TRADES ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURE Ozone Park 0.5 mi 8.1
PS 51 Richmond Hill 0.4 mi 5.1
PS 254 ROSA PARKS SCHOOL (THE) Richmond Hill 0.4 mi 4.6
YESHIVA SHAAR HATORAH Richmond Hill 0.6 mi 5.2
PS 62 CHESTER PARK SCHOOL South Richmond Hill 0.6 mi 6.0
NEW YORK CITY ACADEMY FOR DISCOVERY Woodhaven 0.6 mi 3.8
EPIC HIGH SCHOOL - NORTH South Richmond Hill 0.6 mi 4.7
YESHIVA TIFERETH MOSHE Kew Gardens 0.8 mi 5.9
PS 65 RAYMOND YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (THE) Ozone Park 1.0 mi 5.8
PS 60 WOODHAVEN Woodhaven 0.8 mi 4.6
JHS 210 ELIZABETH BLACKWELL Ozone Park 0.9 mi 5.6
TIEFERES TORAH INSTITUTE Kew Gardens 0.9 mi 6.6
PS 54 HILLSIDE Richmond Hill 0.9 mi 5.7
QUEENS EXPLORERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ozone Park 1.1 mi 4.2
DIVINE MERCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Ozone Park 1.1 mi 6.3

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 90 Horace Mann

What grades does PS 90 Horace Mann serve?

PS 90 Horace Mann serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 90 Horace Mann?

PS 90 Horace Mann has an enrollment of approximately 587 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 90 Horace Mann?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 90 Horace Mann is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 90 Horace Mann rank in NY?

PS 90 Horace Mann ranks #2,925 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 90 Horace Mann's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 90 Horace Mann 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 90 Horace Mann?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 90 Horace Mann has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 90 Horace Mann a charter school?

No, PS 90 Horace Mann is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 90 Horace Mann a Title I school?

No, PS 90 Horace Mann is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 90 Horace Mann?

90.1% of students at PS 90 Horace Mann 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
90 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
81 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
587
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.4%

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