For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 941 students in Arverne, NY (there are , serving 65 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Arverne, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Arverne, NY are Goldie Maple Academy and Ps/ms 42 R Vernam. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arverne, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Arverne have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Arverne, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Goldie Maple Academy
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3-65 Beach 56th St
Arverne, NY 11692
(718) 945-3300
Arverne, NY 11692
(718) 945-3300
Grades: PK-8
| 322 students
Rank: #22.
Ps/ms 42 R Vernam
(Math: 8% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
488 Beach 66th St
Arverne, NY 11692
(718) 634-7914
Arverne, NY 11692
(718) 634-7914
Grades: PK-8
| 619 students
Arverne, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
365 Beach 56th Street
Arverne, NY 11692
(718) 945-3300
Arverne, NY 11692
(718) 945-3300
Grades: PK-8
| 293 students
Qspcc Motherinfant (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
146 Beach 59 Pl
Arverne, NY 17692
Arverne, NY 17692
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Wilkens Group Home (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
113 Bch 56th Pl
Arverne, NY 11692
Arverne, NY 11692
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Arverne, NY?
The top ranked public schools in Arverne, NY include Goldie Maple Academy and Ps/ms 42 R Vernam.
How many public schools are located in Arverne?
2 public schools are located in Arverne.
What percentage of students in Arverne go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Arverne are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Arverne?
Arverne public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Arverne are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Arverne include: Ps/ms 42 R Vernam vs. Goldie Maple Academy, Goldie Maple Academy vs. Ps/ms 42 R Vernam
Recent Articles
Understanding Self-Contained Classrooms in Public Schools
Learn about the history of public schools incorporating self-contained classrooms, and whether they are right for your child.
Can Naviance Succeed Improve College and Career Readiness?
Learn about a new student assessment system, Naviance Succeed, which provides tools and support to increase student college and career readiness. A number of school districts are using the tool this year in hopes of improving student performance through more accurate assessment process than are currently available.
Do You Need After School Day Care? Public Schools May Be the Solution
Learn about how your child's public school may be the best source of after school and vacation day care.