Serving 353 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Goldie Maple Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goldie Maple Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Goldie Maple Academy's student population of 353 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Goldie Maple Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goldie Maple Academy is 0.50, 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
#3511 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
26%
29%
Black
66%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goldie Maple Academy's ranking?
Goldie Maple Academy is ranked #3511 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Goldie Maple Academy often compared to?
Goldie Maple Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Ps/ms 42 R Vernam, P.S. 105 Bay School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Goldie Maple Academy?
353 students attend Goldie Maple Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Goldie Maple Academy students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Goldie Maple Academy?
Goldie Maple Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Goldie Maple Academy offer ?
Goldie Maple Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Goldie Maple Academy part of?
Goldie Maple Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #27 School District.
In what neighborhood is Goldie Maple Academy located?
Goldie Maple Academy is located in the Far Rockaway neighborhood of Arverne, NY.
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