Serving 498 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 221 North Hills School ranks in the top 20% 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 84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 221 North Hills School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 221 North Hills School's student population of 498 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 221 North Hills School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 221 North Hills School is 0.55, 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
#599 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
63%
10%
Hispanic
17%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
16%
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
41%
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. 221 North Hills School's ranking?
P.s. 221 North Hills School is ranked #599 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 221 North Hills School often compared to?
P.s. 221 North Hills Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 94 David D Porter, P.s. 98 Douglaston School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 221 North Hills School?
498 students attend P.s. 221 North Hills School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of P.s. 221 North Hills School students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 221 North Hills School?
P.s. 221 North Hills School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 221 North Hills School offer ?
P.s. 221 North Hills School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 221 North Hills School part of?
P.s. 221 North Hills School is part of New York City Geographic District #26 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 221 North Hills School located?
P.s. 221 North Hills School is located in the Flushing neighborhood of Little Neck, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Flushing.
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