For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 695 students in 11693, NY (there are , serving 288 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in 11693, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 11693, NY are P.s. 47 Chris Galas and P.s. 183 Dr Richard R Green. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 11693 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 11693, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11693, NY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
P.s. 47 Chris Galas
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9 Power Rd
Far Rockaway, NY 11693
(718) 634-7167
Far Rockaway, NY 11693
(718) 634-7167
Grades: PK-8
| 274 students
Rank: #22.
P.s. 183 Dr Richard R Green
(Math: 9% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2-45 Beach 79th St
Far Rockaway, NY 11693
(718) 634-9459
Far Rockaway, NY 11693
(718) 634-9459
Grades: PK-8
| 421 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 11693, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 11693, NY include P.s. 47 Chris Galas and P.s. 183 Dr Richard R Green.
How many public schools are located in 11693?
2 public schools are located in 11693.
What percentage of students in 11693 go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in 11693 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 11693?
11693 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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