Needs Improvement
#4606 of 4,742 schools in NY
S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
150-15 RALEIGH ST, Richmond Hill, NY 11418
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,606 of 4,742
In Richmond Hill
#10 of 10
public schools
In district
#61 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
Equity
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy
Elementary School in Richmond Hill · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy
S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy is a public elementary school in Richmond Hill, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. S.t.a.r.
Leadership Academy serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,606 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy 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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S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy — Students at S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 8 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: 1.4/10.
How S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy Compares
See how S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
150-15 RALEIGH ST, Richmond Hill, NY 11418
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 146 HOWARD BEACH (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Howard Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is DIVINE MERCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Ozone Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 108 CAPTAIN VINCENT G FOWLER (rated 6.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby South Ozone Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Richmond Hill, see our Richmond Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood 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 S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy
What grades does S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy serve?
S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy?
S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy rank in NY?
S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy ranks #4,606 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy a charter school?
No, S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy a Title I school?
No, S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy?
72.8% of students at S.t.a.r. Leadership Academy 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 500
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.8%
- Phone
- (929) 395-3215
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #61 of 63
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