PS 55 MAURE

PS 55 MAURE 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 514 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 38 teachers, PS 55 MAURE has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

P.S. 55 The Maure School, located in the Richmond Hill neighborhood of Queens, is a public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the New York City Department of Education, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes core academic achievement alongside social-emotional development. The school prides itself on being a community hub that reflects the diverse cultural landscape of its neighborhood, striving to prepare students for middle school success through a structured curriculum and collaborative teaching practices.

The school is widely recognized for its commitment to building strong partnerships between educators, students, and families. P.S. 55 emphasizes the importance of holistic education, often integrating enrichment programs and extracurricular activities to engage students beyond traditional classroom instruction. By focusing on individualized instruction and maintaining a community-centered atmosphere, The Maure School aims to instill a lifelong love of learning while ensuring that every student has the foundational skills necessary to thrive in an increasingly complex educational landscape.

For more information, contact PS 55 MAURE at (718) 849-3845 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.