P.s. 51 serves 202 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Attendance Zone: PS 51 serves the Richmond Hill, NY area within an attendance zone of approximately 0.4 square miles, allowing for a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 0.6 miles, with the furthest point being 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 51's student population of 202 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
202 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of P.s. 51 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
27%
10%
Hispanic
51%
31%
Black
6%
15%
White
9%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are P.s. 51 often compared to?
P.s. 51is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 56 Harry Eichler, P.s. 99 Kew Gardens by visitors of our site.
How many students attend P.s. 51?
202 students attend P.s. 51.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of P.s. 51 students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 51?
P.s. 51 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 51 offer ?
P.s. 51 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 51 part of?
P.s. 51 is part of New York City Geographic District #27.
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