PS 54 HILLSIDE

PS 54 HILLSIDE is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28 school district, located in RICHMOND HILL, NY with about 565 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 40 teachers, PS 54 HILLSIDE has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

PS 54, also known as the Hillside School, is a public elementary school located in the Richmond Hill neighborhood of Queens, New York. Serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 5, the school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 28. It is situated in a vibrant, multi-ethnic community, and the school reflects this diversity, fostering an environment that aims to support students from various cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

The school is committed to providing a well-rounded academic experience, focusing on core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. Beyond the standard curriculum, PS 54 emphasizes social-emotional learning and character development to help students succeed both inside and outside the classroom. With a focus on community engagement, the school often partners with local organizations and families to create a supportive network, aiming to prepare its young learners for the transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact PS 54 HILLSIDE at (718) 849-0962 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.