P.S. 054 Hillside vs P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway
Public · Richmond Hill
P.S. 054 Hillside
Grades 0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE
Public · Forest Hills
P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway
Grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE
P.S. 054 Hillside and P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway are both public schools in Richmond Hill and Forest Hills. P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway rates higher on every metric we compare, including overall rating and ela proficiency. Overall: 63/100 (P.S. 054 Hillside) vs 97/100 (P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway).
How they compare
| Metric | P.S. 054 Hillside | P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 63/100 | 97/100 (leads) |
| ELA proficiency | 65% | 96% (leads) |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 97% (leads) |
| Attendance | 92% | 95% (leads) |
| Student diversity | 61% | 72% (leads) |
| Average class size | 25 | 25 |
| Parent satisfaction | 92/100 | 95/100 (leads) |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is P.S. 054 Hillside or P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway a better fit?
- P.S. 054 Hillside and P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway are both public schools in Richmond Hill and Forest Hills. P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway leads on overall rating, ela proficiency, and math proficiency. The right fit depends on your child — run a Smart Match to weigh these against your family's priorities.
- How do P.S. 054 Hillside and P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway compare on test scores?
- P.S. 054 Hillside: 65% ELA proficiency and 61% math proficiency. P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway: 96% ELA and 97% math.
- What grades do P.S. 054 Hillside and P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway serve?
- P.S. 054 Hillside serves grades 0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE; P.S. 196 Grand Central Parkway serves grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE.
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