Hector Figueroa School serves 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-4.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20% in NY)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hector Figueroa School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hector Figueroa School's student population of 405 students has grown by 125% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 125% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hector Figueroa School is 0.61, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
41%
10%
Hispanic
47%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
8%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Hector Figueroa School?
405 students attend Hector Figueroa School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Hector Figueroa School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hector Figueroa School?
Hector Figueroa School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hector Figueroa School offer ?
Hector Figueroa School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hector Figueroa School part of?
Hector Figueroa School is part of New York City Geographic District #30 School District.
In what neighborhood is Hector Figueroa School located?
Hector Figueroa School is located in the Flushing neighborhood of Woodside, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Flushing.
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