Serving 309 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Goldie Maple Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Goldie Maple Academy serves an extensive area in Arverne, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical driving time of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 25.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Goldie Maple Academy's student population of 309 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
309 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Goldie Maple Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goldie Maple Academy is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3639 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
70%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goldie Maple Academy's ranking?
Goldie Maple Academy is ranked #3639 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Goldie Maple Academy often compared to?
Goldie Maple Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Ps/ms 42 R Vernam, P.s. 105 Bay School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Goldie Maple Academy?
309 students attend Goldie Maple Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Goldie Maple Academy students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goldie Maple Academy?
Goldie Maple Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Goldie Maple Academy offer ?
Goldie Maple Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Goldie Maple Academy part of?
Goldie Maple Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #27.
In what neighborhood is Goldie Maple Academy located?
Goldie Maple Academy is located in the Far Rockaway neighborhood of Arverne, NY.
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