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Riverview School (the)

School · NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75

50-15 44TH ST, Woodside, NY 11377

Last updated: July 2026

Estimated Score

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Enrollment

706

Student-Teacher

5.8:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Enrollment

706

Student-Teacher

5.8:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,384 of 4,742

In Woodside

#9 of 9

public schools

In district

#39 of 58

NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75

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About Riverview School (the)

Riverview School (the) is a public school in Woodside, NY, part of NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75. Riverview School (the) serves approximately 706 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverview School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,384 of 4,742 schools in NY.

How it compares0.5 pts below district

3.7

This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
District avg 4.2
NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 5.8:1 students to teachers, Riverview School (the) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

63% of students at Riverview 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

Partial Profile · 3/4 metrics

Student Progress—Not Available

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Academics6.3Average25%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on NY state average

College Readiness2.5Needs Improvement45%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement30%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio5.8:1

Chronic Absenteeism62.5%

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Riverview School (the) Compares

See how Riverview School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

3.7/10

8th percentile in NY

Academic

6.3/10

Average

Environment

3.3/10

Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

84%

Teaching Staff

6:1 student-teacher ratio

121 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

62.5%

Location

50-15 44TH ST, Woodside, NY 11377

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Riverview School (the) may also want to explore other schools in the area. BARD HIGH SCHOOL EARLY COLLEGE QUEENS (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Long Island City), which scores notably higher. Another option is AVIATION CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Long Island City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL AT LAGUARDIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Long Island City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Woodside, see our Woodside schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
IS 125 THOMAS J MCCANN WOODSIDE Woodside	0.3 mi	1,505	6.5
CHILDREN'S LAB SCHOOL (THE) Long Island City	0.3 mi	458	8.2
PS 199 MAURICE A FITZGERALD Long Island City	0.3 mi	579	5.6
QUEENS TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Long Island City	0.5 mi	1,300	7.5
PS 150 Long Island City	0.6 mi	699	7.5
AVIATION CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Long Island City	0.6 mi	1,846	8.7
RAZI SCHOOL Woodside	0.7 mi	103	8.6
MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL AT LAGUARDIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE Long Island City	0.8 mi	427	8.7
INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT LAGUARDIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE Long Island City	0.8 mi	464	7.1
PS 11 KATHRYN PHELAN Woodside	0.9 mi	693	6.6
ROBERT F WAGNER JR SECONDARY SCHOOL FOR ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY Long Island City	0.9 mi	626	7.3
ACADEMY OF FINANCE AND ENTERPRISE Long Island City	1.0 mi	827	8.0
HIGH SCHOOL OF APPLIED COMMUNICATIONS Long Island City	1.0 mi	412	8.0
BARD HIGH SCHOOL EARLY COLLEGE QUEENS Long Island City	1.0 mi	670	9.2
ST SEBASTIAN CATHOLIC ACADEMY Woodside	1.0 mi	305	6.6
BACCALAUREATE SCHOOL FOR GLOBAL EDUCATION Long Island City	1.3 mi	525	7.7
WOODSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE) Flushing	1.1 mi	493	5.6
OUR WORLD NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL Astoria	1.3 mi	707	6.1
FRANK SINATRA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS HIGH SCHOOL Long Island City	1.3 mi	856	8.2
PS 9 Maspeth	1.4 mi	619	4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11377 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,292

Median Home Value

$670,300

Median Rent

$1,802/mo

Population

83,545

College Educated

33.1%

Homeownership

29.4%

Avg Commute

36.2 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

40.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Riverview School (the)

What grades does Riverview School (the) serve?

Riverview School (the) serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Riverview School (the)?

Riverview School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 706 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverview School (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at Riverview School (the) is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Riverview School (the) rank in NY?

Riverview School (the) ranks #4,384 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Riverview School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Riverview School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Riverview School (the) a charter school?

No, Riverview School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Riverview School (the) a Title I school?

No, Riverview School (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riverview School (the)?

84.4% of students at Riverview 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 79 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 78 Excellent Transit
Bike Score: 79 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment: 706
Student-Teacher Ratio: 5.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 121
Free/Reduced Lunch: 84.4%
Type: special_ed
Setting: Large City
County: Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 62.5%
Phone: (718) 609-3320

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District

NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75

Schools in District: 59
District Rank: #39 of 58

Other Schools in This District

PS 372 CHILDREN'S SCHOOL (THE) 7.5 PS 177 7.1 PS 255 6.2 PS Q4 6.1 PS 35 5.9

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