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
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.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(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.
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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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