Serving 528 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 55 Henry M Boehm ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ps 55 Henry M Boehm's student population of 528 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
528 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 55 Henry M Boehm ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 55 Henry M Boehm is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1718 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
78%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 55 Henry M Boehm's ranking?
Ps 55 Henry M Boehm is ranked #1718 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 55 Henry M Boehm often compared to?
Ps 55 Henry M Boehmis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 36 J C Drumgoole by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 55 Henry M Boehm?
528 students attend Ps 55 Henry M Boehm.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Ps 55 Henry M Boehm students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 55 Henry M Boehm?
Ps 55 Henry M Boehm has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 55 Henry M Boehm offer ?
Ps 55 Henry M Boehm offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 55 Henry M Boehm part of?
Ps 55 Henry M Boehm is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 55 Henry M Boehm located?
Ps 55 Henry M Boehm is located in the Annadale neighborhood of Staten Island, NY.
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