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#2810 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 91 Richard Arkwright
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
68-10 CENTRAL AVE, Glendale, NY 11385
Enrollment
782
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
782
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,810 of 4,742
In Glendale
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#39 of 56
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
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PS 91 Richard Arkwright
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About PS 91 Richard Arkwright
PS 91 Richard Arkwright is a public elementary school in Glendale, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24. PS 91 Richard Arkwright serves approximately 782 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 91 Richard Arkwright has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,810 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 91 Richard Arkwright show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at PS 91 Richard Arkwright 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 91 Richard Arkwright — Students at PS 91 Richard Arkwright score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.9%
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: 6.0/10.
How PS 91 Richard Arkwright Compares
See how PS 91 Richard Arkwright performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
68-10 CENTRAL AVE, Glendale, NY 11385
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 91 Richard Arkwright may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS/IS 119 GLENDALE (THE) (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS/IS 87 MIDDLE VILLAGE (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Middle Village), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 128 LORRAINE TUZZO-JUNIPER VALLEY (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Middle Village), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11385 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,365
Median Home Value
$842,800
Median Rent
$1,959/mo
Population
103,865
College Educated
34.1%
Homeownership
30.3%
Avg Commute
43.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
36.1
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| ARTHUR S MAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie, NY | 5.8 |
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| BIRCH LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park, NY | 5.8 |
| BURR INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Commack, NY | 5.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 91 Richard Arkwright
What grades does PS 91 Richard Arkwright serve?
PS 91 Richard Arkwright serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 91 Richard Arkwright?
PS 91 Richard Arkwright has an enrollment of approximately 782 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 91 Richard Arkwright?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 91 Richard Arkwright is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 91 Richard Arkwright rank in NY?
PS 91 Richard Arkwright ranks #2,810 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 91 Richard Arkwright's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 91 Richard Arkwright 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 91 Richard Arkwright?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 91 Richard Arkwright has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 91 Richard Arkwright a charter school?
No, PS 91 Richard Arkwright is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 91 Richard Arkwright a Title I school?
No, PS 91 Richard Arkwright is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 91 Richard Arkwright?
73.9% of students at PS 91 Richard Arkwright 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
- 782
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.0%
- Phone
- (718) 821-6880
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24- District Enrollment
- 50,843
- Schools in District
- 57
- District Rank
- #39 of 56
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