Serving 1,124 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, P.s. 122 Mamie Fay ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 96% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 122 Mamie Fay serves a 0.5 square mile area in Astoria, NY, with a typical drive to the school taking about 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of 0.4 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 0.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 122 Mamie Fay ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 122 Mamie Fay's student population of 1,124 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,124 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Through a collaborative culturally inclusive and responsive school community, we will provide higher standards driven curricula to all students where we value each child's differences. Students will achieve their full scholastic and social emotional poten
School Rankings
P.s. 122 Mamie Fay ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 122 Mamie Fay is 0.66, 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
#303 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
22%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-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 P.s. 122 Mamie Fay's ranking?
P.s. 122 Mamie Fay is ranked #303 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 122 Mamie Fay often compared to?
P.s. 122 Mamie Fayis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 85 Judge Charles Vallone, 30th Avenue School (G & T Citywide) by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 122 Mamie Fay?
1,124 students attend P.s. 122 Mamie Fay.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of P.s. 122 Mamie Fay students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 122 Mamie Fay?
P.s. 122 Mamie Fay has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 122 Mamie Fay offer ?
P.s. 122 Mamie Fay offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 122 Mamie Fay part of?
P.s. 122 Mamie Fay is part of New York City Geographic District #30.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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