Excellent
#190 of 4,739 schools in NY
Top 4% in state
Ps/is 87 Middle Village
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
67-54 80TH ST, Middle Village, NY 11379
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Middle Village
#1 of 4
public schools
New York elementary schools
#133 of 2,549
In district
#2 of 56
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About Ps/is 87 Middle Village
Ps/is 87 Middle Village is a public elementary school in Middle Village, NY, part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24. The school serves approximately 517 students in grades Pre-K – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.5:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 96th percentile among NY schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 58% proficiency in math, 17 points above the state average and 69% in reading/language arts, 12 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.2/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $92,509, where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Ps/is 87 Middle Village — Students at Ps/is 87 Middle Village score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)
Based on 16 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.2/10.
How Ps/is 87 Middle Village Compares
See how Ps/is 87 Middle Village performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 50% (2019) to 57% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 57% (2019) to 72% (2021).
Location
67-54 80TH ST, Middle Village, NY 11379
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ps/is 87 Middle Village may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS/IS 119 GLENDALE (THE) (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Glendale), with a comparable rating. Another option is PS 139 REGO PARK (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Rego Park), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 128 LORRAINE TUZZO-JUNIPER VALLEY (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Middle Village, see our Middle Village schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11379 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,509
Median Home Value
$886,600
Median Rent
$1,989/mo
Population
37,378
College Educated
35.1%
Homeownership
58.1%
Avg Commute
43.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
46.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Ps/is 87 Middle Village has a median household income of $92,509. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $886,600, with a median rent of $1,989/month. The local poverty rate of 7.3% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 44 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARROWHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket, NY | 8.6 |
| BAYLIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview, NY | 8.6 |
| CENTER STREET SCHOOL Williston Park, NY | 8.6 |
| DOGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown, NY | 8.6 |
| EAST MORICHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Moriches, NY | 8.6 |
| FIFTH AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Northport, NY | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ps/is 87 Middle Village
What grades does Ps/is 87 Middle Village serve?
Ps/is 87 Middle Village serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ps/is 87 Middle Village?
Ps/is 87 Middle Village has an enrollment of approximately 517 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ps/is 87 Middle Village?
The student-teacher ratio at Ps/is 87 Middle Village is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ps/is 87 Middle Village rank in NY?
Ps/is 87 Middle Village is ranked #190 out of 4,739 schools in NY.
What is Ps/is 87 Middle Village's MySchoolScout rating?
Ps/is 87 Middle Village has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ps/is 87 Middle Village?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ps/is 87 Middle Village has 57.5% math proficiency and 68.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Ps/is 87 Middle Village a charter school?
No, Ps/is 87 Middle Village is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ps/is 87 Middle Village a Title I school?
No, Ps/is 87 Middle Village is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ps/is 87 Middle Village?
72.1% of students at Ps/is 87 Middle Village 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 517
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Phone
- (718) 326-8243
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24- District Enrollment
- 50,843
- Schools in District
- 57
- District Rank
- #2 of 56
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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