Serving 504 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 55 Henry M Boehm ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 55 Henry M Boehm ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 55 Henry M Boehm's student population of 504 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
504 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 55 Henry M Boehm ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 55 Henry M Boehm is 0.44, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1103 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
73%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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
What is P.s. 55 Henry M Boehm's ranking?
P.s. 55 Henry M Boehm is ranked #1103 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 55 Henry M Boehm often compared to?
P.s. 55 Henry M Boehmis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 36 J C Drumgoole by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 55 Henry M Boehm?
504 students attend P.s. 55 Henry M Boehm.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of P.s. 55 Henry M Boehm students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 55 Henry M Boehm?
P.s. 55 Henry M Boehm has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 55 Henry M Boehm offer ?
P.s. 55 Henry M Boehm offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 55 Henry M Boehm part of?
P.s. 55 Henry M Boehm is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 55 Henry M Boehm located?
P.s. 55 Henry M Boehm is located in the Annadale neighborhood of Staten Island, NY.
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