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Robert E Peary School

16-66 Hancock St
Ridgewood, NY 11385
Robert E Peary School serves 596 students in grades Prekindergarten-8. 
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special education school
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 596 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 93%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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School Overview

Robert E Peary School's student population of 596 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
596 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

The diversity score of Robert E Peary School is 0.70, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
45%
30%
Black
28%
15%
White
7%
40%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.70
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Robert E Peary School?
596 students attend Robert E Peary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Robert E Peary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert E Peary School?
Robert E Peary School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Robert E Peary School offer ?
Robert E Peary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Robert E Peary School part of?
Robert E Peary School is part of New York City Special Schools - District 75.
In what neighborhood is Robert E Peary School located?
Robert E Peary School is located in the Flushing neighborhood of Ridgewood, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Flushing.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special education school
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 596 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 93%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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