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Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27

134-01 CRONSTON AVE, Rockaway Park, NY 11694

Enrollment

602

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Rockaway Park

#7 of 7

public schools

New York elementary schools

#1,988 of 2,549

In district

#51 of 63

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27

School environment

7.2 / 10

Strong

About Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor

PS/MS 114 Belle Harbor is an elementary school located in Rockaway Park, Queens. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, the school has a total enrollment of 602 students and maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.5:1 with 48 full-time equivalent teachers. The school's MySchoolScout rating is 5.0 out of 10, placing it at number 2825 in the state ranking among 4758 schools in New York.

Academically, PS/MS 114 Belle Harbor has an average ELA proficiency rate of 77% and a math proficiency rate of 40%, indicating areas with room for growth. The school is situated in a bustling urban environment within Rockaway Park, offering a vibrant community setting. With its supportive teacher-student ratio, PS/MS 114 Belle Harbor provides an educational foundation focused on student development and growth within the diverse neighborhood of Rockaway Park.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-7.67 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47%
Reading/ELA Proficiency82%
Math vs. State Avg-6.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+21.1 pts
Overall Proficiency65%
Expected (poverty-adj.)65%
vs. Expected-0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1

Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor — Students at Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor score 64% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 40.1%
School
State
44.9%
ELA Proficiency 76.6%
School
State
56.6%

Based on 14 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
66%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
35.8%
ELA
76.5%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor Compares

See how Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
21th percentile in NY
Academic
7.1/10
7.1/10
Growth
2.8/10
Below average
Environment
7.2/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers

Location

134-01 CRONSTON AVE, Rockaway Park, NY 11694

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 312 BERGEN BEACH (rated 9.1/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 47 CHRIS GALAS (rated 8.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Broad Channel), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WATERSIDE CHILDREN'S STUDIO SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rockaway Park, see our Rockaway Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
YESHIVA MERCAZ HATORAH OF BELLE HARBOR Belle Harbor 0.3 mi 6.5
ST FRANCIS DE SALES CATHOLIC ACADEMY Belle Harbor 0.3 mi 4.1
WATERSIDE CHILDREN'S STUDIO SCHOOL Rockaway Park 1.1 mi 8.6
WATERSIDE SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP Rockaway Park 1.2 mi 6.4
SCHOLARS' ACADEMY Rockaway Park 1.6 mi 6.3
CHANNEL VIEW SCHOOL FOR RESEARCH Rockaway Park 1.7 mi 8.4
ROCKAWAY PARK HIGH SCHOOL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY Rockaway Park 1.7 mi 6.8
ROCKAWAY COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL Rockaway Park 1.7 mi 6.4
NEW VISIONS CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE HUMANITIES IV New York 1.7 mi 7.2
PS 47 CHRIS GALAS Broad Channel 2.6 mi 8.8
ST ROSE OF LIMA CATHOLIC ACADEMY Rockaway Beach 2.5 mi 6.3
PS 183 DR RICHARD R GREEN Rockaway Beach 2.7 mi 5.2
PS/MS 42 R VERNAM Arverne 3.3 mi 6.5
PS 272 CURTIS ESTABROOK Brooklyn 4.3 mi 6.7
HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 3.9 mi 2.9
PS 236 MILL BASIN Brooklyn 4.0 mi 8.1
ST BERNARD CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn 4.1 mi 5.6
GOLDIE MAPLE ACADEMY Arverne 3.7 mi 5.4
PS 312 BERGEN BEACH Brooklyn 4.2 mi 9.1
YESHIVAH OF CROWN HEIGHTS Brooklyn 4.1 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11694 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,792

Median Home Value

$839,000

Median Rent

$1,787/mo

Population

21,430

College Educated

43.3%

Homeownership

50.5%

Avg Commute

45.8 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

44.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor has a median household income of $103,792. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $839,000, with a median rent of $1,787/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.7%. The average commute in the area is 46 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor

What grades does Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor serve?

Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor?

Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor has an enrollment of approximately 602 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor?

The student-teacher ratio at Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor rank in NY?

Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor is ranked #3758 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor's MySchoolScout rating?

Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor has a composite rating of 5.0 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/ms 114 Belle Harbor?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor has 40.1% math proficiency and 76.6% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor a charter school?

No, Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor a Title I school?

No, Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor?

30.1% of students at Ps/ms 114 Belle Harbor 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
602
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Data Year
2023–2024

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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