Serving 504 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 221 North Hills School 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 84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 221 North Hills School serves a 1 square mile area in Little Neck, NY, with most students living within a 0.7-mile distance from the school and a maximum distance of 1.1 miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school from anywhere within the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 221 North Hills School 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. 221 North Hills School's student population of 504 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
504 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 221 North Hills School 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. 221 North Hills School is 0.55, 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
#388 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
63%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
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
16%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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. 221 North Hills School's ranking?
P.s. 221 North Hills School is ranked #388 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 221 North Hills School often compared to?
P.s. 221 North Hills Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 94 David D Porter, P.s. 98 Douglaston School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 221 North Hills School?
504 students attend P.s. 221 North Hills School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of P.s. 221 North Hills School students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 221 North Hills School?
P.s. 221 North Hills School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 221 North Hills School offer ?
P.s. 221 North Hills School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 221 North Hills School part of?
P.s. 221 North Hills School is part of New York City Geographic District #26.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 221 North Hills School located?
P.s. 221 North Hills School is located in the Flushing neighborhood of Little Neck, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Flushing.
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