P.S. 183 Dr. Richard R. Green
Grades PK-8 · 2-45 BEACH 79 STREET · Queens
Jessica Romero, Principal · 718-634-9459
psms183q.orgAbout
P.S. 183 Dr. Richard R. Green serves students from 3K through 8th grade in Queens, emphasizing values like Honesty, Understanding, Self-Control, Kindness, and Leadership, represented by its H.U.S.K.Y. mascot. The school focuses on literacy with the HMH Into Reading program and math with Math EnVisions 2.0, and offers a Gifted & Talented curriculum for grades 3-5. Teachers are trained in LETRS certification, and the school utilizes Thinking Maps to enhance student learning. While the school provides modern technology like iPads and Chromebooks and offers after-school programs through community partnerships, academic proficiency in both ELA and Math is well below citywide averages. Parent sentiment is mixed; some praise the school as a strong K-8 option in the Rockaways and appreciate staff commitment, but others express significant concerns about student behavior, bullying, and a perceived lack of discipline, leading some to not recommend the school. Student surveys also indicate low favorability regarding school cleanliness, fair conflict resolution, and the prevalence of bullying.
Sources (7)
- P.S. 183 Dr. Richard R. Green Official Data · 2023-2024
- P.S. 183 Dr. Richard R. Green - District 27 - InsideSchools · 2024-2025
- P.S. 183 Dr. Richard R. Green (27Q183) - NYC MySchools · 2023-2024
- Ps 183 Dr Richard R Green in Queens, NY | realtor.com® · 2025
- Ps 183 Dr Richard R Green - 2-45 BEACH 79TH ST, Queens, NY | Trulia · 2024
- 27Q183/EMS - 2024-25 School Quality Snapshot - New York City Public Schools · 2024-2025
- realtor.com
Where graduates go next[2]
- · Channel View School for Research
High schools this school’s graduates most commonly attend.
Academics
Coursework, class size, and academic context.
Attendance rate
95%
Avg class size (general ed)
21.14
Avg class size (ICT)
21.8
Average class size by classroom setting: general education vs. ICT (Integrated Co-Teaching, where general- and special-education students learn together with two teachers). NYC DOE Class Size Report, 2021–22.
Electives, clubs & activities[1]
- Electives
- Advisory, LEGO Robotics, Newspaper, Science, STEM, Student Council, Technology, Visual Arts, Web Design
- Clubs & activities
- Art, Coding, Gardening, Green Team, Leadership, Restorative Circles, School Newspaper, Student Council, Technology, Visual Arts, Yearbook
Offerings vary year to year.
Community & climate
Demographics, attendance, school survey results, and DOE quality ratings.
Quality signals
DOE quality-rating labels are skewed across the system; read them relative to the citywide distribution in our methodology.
Parent survey · overall positive
86%27% response rate
Teacher survey · overall positive
72%41% response rate
Student survey · overall positive
66%76% response rate
Survey topics
Safety69%city 80%
- Conflicts are resolved fairly in this school.51%
- I feel safe…outside around this school.67%
- I feel safe…traveling between home and this school.88%
- I feel safe…in the hallways, bathrooms, locker rooms, and cafeteria of this school.77%
- I feel safe…in my classes at this school.85%
- My students are safe…outside around this school.75%
- My students are safe…traveling between home and this school.75%
- My students are safe…in the hallways, bathrooms, locker rooms, and cafeteria of this school.79%
- My students are safe…in my class(es).86%
- Conflicts are resolved fairly in my school.41%
- School Safety Agents promote a safe and respectful environment.69%
- At this school students drink alcohol, use illegal drugs, or abuse prescription drugs.78%
- At this school students get into physical fights.28%
- At this school there is gang activity.67%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (69%) is their average, vs 80% citywide.
Bullying prevention57%city 57%
- At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate other students.34%
- At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate each other because of their race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, language/accent, or citizenship/immigration status.56%
- At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate each other because of their gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation.58%
- At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate each other because of other differences, like different body type or disability.46%
- At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate each other online (through mobile phones, social media, email, or other forms of electronic communication).49%
- At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate other students.100%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (57%) is their average, vs 57% citywide.
Emotional support59%city 69%
- I know where to go at my school if I need additional support with my mental-health.66%
- During this school year, most days I have felt happy when at school.66%
- During this school year, most days I have felt safe when at school.71%
- During this school year, most days I have felt optimistic when at school.55%
- During this school year, most days I have felt bored when at school.28%
- During this school year, most days I have felt stressed when at school.39%
- During this school year, most days I have felt worried when at school.64%
- There is time at school to talk about feelings and emotions.55%
- How many adults at this school…help students develop the skills they need to complete challenging coursework despite obstacles?.71%
- How many adults at this school…tell their students they believe they can achieve high academic standards?.71%
- How many adults at this school…teach students how to advocate for themselves?.61%
- How many adults at this school…recognize disruptive behavior as social-emotional learning opportunities?.56%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (59%) is their average, vs 69% citywide.
Personal attention63%city 67%
- In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers…ask if I have everything that I need to succeed in their class.64%
- In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers…give me specific suggestions about how I can improve my work in class.72%
- In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers…explain things a different way if I don't understand something in class.65%
- In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers…support me when I am upset.58%
- Adults at this school check in with me frequently about how I’m doing personally.52%
- Adults at this school check in with me frequently about how I’m doing academically.70%
- I feel like I belong at this school.58%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (63%) is their average, vs 67% citywide.
Academic expectations71%city 71%
- The classes at this school prepare me for the next step in my education.85%
- In how many of your classes …are you challenged?.40%
- In how many of your classes …do your teachers have high expectations for you?.77%
- In how many of your classes …are you encouraged to work in small groups?.64%
- In how many of your classes …do your teachers want you to become better thinkers, not just memorize things?.75%
- In how many of your classes …do you get so focused on learning during class activities that you lose track of time?.52%
- In this school, the staff believes that all students can learn, including English language learners (ELLs), Emergent Multilingual Learners (EMLLs), and students with disabilities.100%
- How many students in your classes…have to work hard to do well?.71%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (71%) is their average, vs 71% citywide.
Clear instruction72%city 73%
- In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers make learning expectations clear.70%
- In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? Class assignments are purposeful in learning the course content.63%
- In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? The work I do in class is good preparation for class assignments, projects, and assessments.79%
- In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? I learn a lot from feedback on my work.75%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (72%) is their average, vs 73% citywide.
College & career guidance72%city 85%
- This school provides me with guidance on the high school application process.72%
- This school provides my family with guidance on the high school application process.79%
- It’s a priority at this school that adults…provide students with guidance on the high school application process.70%
- It’s a priority at this school that adults…provide families with guidance on the high school application process.67%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (72%) is their average, vs 85% citywide.
Family outreach89%city 94%
- At this school…teachers understand families' challenges and concerns.84%
- At this school…teachers work closely with families to meet students' needs.89%
- At this school…staff regularly communicate with families about how they can help students learn.89%
- At this school…school staff value families' race, ethnicity, culture, family structure, and background.83%
- School staff regularly communicate with me about how I can help my child learn.88%
- Teachers work closely with me to meet my child's needs.92%
- My child's school communicates with me in a language that I can understand.96%
- I am greeted warmly when I contact or visit the school.88%
- My child's school will make me aware if there are any concerns about my child’s social or emotional well-being.95%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (89%) is their average, vs 94% citywide.
Student–teacher trust82%city 82%
- There is at least one adult at my school that I can confide in.75%
- My teachers are open to students' ideas, suggestions, and comments.89%
- My teachers always do what they say they will do.72%
- My teachers treat me with respect.92%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (82%) is their average, vs 82% citywide.
Parent–teacher trust92%city 95%
- I feel respected by my child's teachers.96%
- Staff at this school work hard to build trusting relationships with parents/guardians like me.88%
- My child's teachers treat me as a partner in educating my child.92%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (92%) is their average, vs 95% citywide.
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Rigorous Instruction
Strong Core Instruction87%city 93%
- In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…reading and writing experiences grounded in evidence from text, both literary and informational. [ELA].83%
- In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to interact with complex grade-level text and tasks. [ELA].100%
- In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage with texts and tasks reflective of their diverse racial, cultural, and linguistic perspective. [ELA].67%
- In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage in meaningful discussion that critically examines topics that connect to the daily lives of students. [ELA].92%
- In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…focusing deeply on the concepts emphasized in the standards to help students build strong foundations for learning. [ELA].92%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (87%) is their average, vs 93% citywide.
Quality of Student Discussion59%city 67%
- How many students in your classes…build on each other’s ideas during class discussions?.58%
- How many students in your classes…use data or text references to support their ideas?.47%
- How many students in your classes…show that they respect each other’s ideas?.74%
- How many students in your classes…provide constructive feedback to their peers/teachers?.42%
- How many students in your classes…participate in class discussions at some point?.74%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (59%) is their average, vs 67% citywide.
Collaborative Teachers
Cultural Awareness and Inclusive Classroom Instruction82%city 89%
- My teachers use examples of students’ different races and cultures in their lessons to make learning more meaningful for me.73%
- My teachers use examples of students’ different backgrounds and families in their lessons to make learning more meaningful for me.64%
- I see a variety of races, ethnicities, cultures, and backgrounds positively represented in the curriculum.79%
- I see a variety of genders, gender identities and expressions and sexual orientations positively represented in the curriculum.69%
- At this school, we have productive conversations about race and racism where I feel my voice is heard.67%
- My teachers treat students of different races, cultures, or backgrounds equally.89%
- My teachers treat students of different genders, gender identities and expressions and sexual orientations equally.85%
- I feel that my teachers respect my culture, background, and identity.90%
- I am able to...receive support around how to incorporate students' cultural and linguistic backgrounds in my practice.78%
- I am able to...modify instructional activities and materials to meet the developmental needs and learning interests of all my students.89%
- I am able to...ensure instruction represents multiple perspectives, cultures, and backgrounds.94%
- I am able to…ensure instruction represents multiple genders, gender identities and expressions and sexual orientations.88%
- I am able to…ensure instruction represents multiple races and ethnicities.94%
- I am able to...design appropriate instruction that is matched to students' need (e.g. English language learners (ELLs) or Emergent Multilingual Learners (EMLLs) proficiency and students with disabilities).94%
- I am able to...apply my knowledge of parents' various cultural backgrounds when collaborating with them regarding their child's educational progress.89%
- I am able to...develop appropriate Individualized Education Programs for my students with disabilities.94%
- I am able to...monitor progress on Individualized Education Program goals for my students with disabilities.100%
- I am able to...distinguish linguistic/cultural differences from learning difficulties.100%
- I have conversations about race and racism at my school that help me examine my own beliefs around identity.26%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (82%) is their average, vs 89% citywide.
Quality of Professional Development73%city 82%
- Overall, my professional development experiences this year have...included enough time to think carefully about, try, and evaluate new ideas.72%
- Overall, my professional development experiences this year have...Included opportunities to engage in inquiry-based, professional collaboration with peers and/or mentors from other schools.68%
- Overall, my professional development experiences this year have...directly related to my students’ needs.78%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (73%) is their average, vs 82% citywide.
Peer Collaboration68%city 87%
- At this school…the principal/school leader, teachers, and staff collaborate to make this school run effectively.61%
- At this school…teachers design instructional programs (e.g. lessons, units) together.79%
- At this school…teachers make a conscious effort to coordinate their teaching with instruction at other grade levels.65%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (68%) is their average, vs 87% citywide.
Innovation and Collective Responsibility60%city 79%
- How many teachers at this school…help build a welcoming school environment in the entire school, not just their classroom?.53%
- How many teachers at this school…are actively trying to improve their teaching?.72%
- How many teachers at this school…take responsibility for improving the school?.53%
- How many teachers at this school…are eager to try new ideas?.58%
- How many teachers at this school…feel responsible that all students learn?.63%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (60%) is their average, vs 79% citywide.
School Commitment52%city 83%
- I usually look forward to each working day at this school.68%
- I would recommend this school to parents/guardians seeking a place for their child.47%
- I would recommend this school to other teachers as a place to work.42%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (52%) is their average, vs 83% citywide.
Supportive Environment
Conflict Resolution69%city 79%
- When a conflict arises, school staff use questions to encourage reflection and resolve it.69%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (69%) is their average, vs 79% citywide.
Classroom Behavior64%city 66%
- How many students in your classes…listen carefully when the teacher gives directions?.63%
- How many students in your classes…follow the rules in class?.79%
- How many students in your classes…respond to challenging questions in class?.42%
- How many students in your classes…do their work when they are supposed to?.71%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (64%) is their average, vs 66% citywide.
Effective School Leadership
Inclusive Leadership90%city 93%
- The principal/school leader at this school…puts decisions made with families into action.94%
- The principal/school leader at this school…works to create a sense of community in the school.95%
- The principal/school leader at this school…ensures families are comfortable communicating with the school.95%
- I have the opportunity to work with adults at this school to make decisions in important areas that impact my life (e.g. instruction, safety, conflict resolution, etc.).76%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (90%) is their average, vs 93% citywide.
Program Coherence77%city 83%
- At this school…once we start a new program, we follow up to make sure that it’s working.65%
- At this school…it is clear how all of the programs offered are connected to our school’s instructional vision.72%
- At this school…curriculum, instruction, and learning materials are well coordinated across the different grade levels at this school.95%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (77%) is their average, vs 83% citywide.
Instructional Leadership66%city 86%
- The principal/school leader at this school...makes clear to the staff their expectations for meeting instructional goals.74%
- The principal/school leader at this school...understands how children learn.68%
- The principal/school leader at this school...sets high standards for student learning.78%
- The principal/school leader at this school...participates in instructional planning with teams of teachers.61%
- The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…supports teachers in implementing what they have learned in professional development.82%
- The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…carefully tracks student academic progress.72%
- The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…knows what’s going on in my classes.50%
- The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…provides teachers with formative feedback to improve practice.67%
- How many adults at this school…have access to school-based supports to assist in behavioral/emotional escalations?.42%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (66%) is their average, vs 86% citywide.
Teacher Influence45%city 66%
- At this school…the principal/school leader encourages feedback through regular meetings with families and teacher leaders.56%
- How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...hiring new professional personnel?.33%
- How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...planning how discretionary school funds should be used?.42%
- How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...selecting instructional materials and/or curriculum used in classrooms?.58%
- How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...setting standards for student behavior?.37%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (45%) is their average, vs 66% citywide.
Strong Family-Community Ties
Strong Relationships83%city 90%
- At this school, my child receives what they need to achieve their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goal(s). [Families of students with IEPs].83%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (83%) is their average, vs 90% citywide.
Parent Involvement in School67%city 63%
- Since the beginning of the school year, how often have you…communicated with your child's teachers about your child's performance?.92%
- Since the beginning of the school year, how often have you…seen your child’s projects, artwork, homework, tests, or quizzes?.96%
- I know how to contact the Parent Coordinator at my child’s school.12%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (67%) is their average, vs 63% citywide.
Trust
Parent-Principal Trust88%city 94%
- I feel respected by my child's principal/school leader.84%
- I trust the principal/school leader at their word (to do what they say that they will do).92%
- The principal/school leader is an effective manager who makes the school run smoothly.88%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (88%) is their average, vs 94% citywide.
Teacher-Teacher Trust77%city 86%
- Teachers in this school trust each other.68%
- It's OK in this school to discuss feelings, worries, and frustrations with other teachers.79%
- I feel respected by other teachers at this school.84%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (77%) is their average, vs 86% citywide.
Teacher-Principal Trust55%city 84%
- I feel respected by the principal/school leader at this school.47%
- The principal/school leader at this school is an effective manager who makes the school run smoothly.58%
- The principal/school leader has confidence in the expertise of the teachers at this school.56%
- I trust the principal/school leader at their word (to do what they say that they will do).53%
- The principal/school leader looks out for the personal welfare of the staff members.58%
- The principal/school leader places the needs of children ahead of personal interests.50%
- The principal and assistant principals function as a cohesive unit.61%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (55%) is their average, vs 84% citywide.
Student-Student Trust52%city 70%
- Most students at this school treat each other with respect.38%
- Most students treat students from different cultures or backgrounds equally.65%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (52%) is their average, vs 70% citywide.
Overall positive % is averaged across every Pos/Neg survey question per respondent group (school year 2023-2024). Survey topics are the DOE’s framework measures (each the average favorable response across its questions; expand a topic to see them and the citywide average); the dimension scores themselves are no longer in the public data file.[3]
Operational health
Attendance
95%
Chronic absenteeism
57%
Suspension rate
1%
Teachers[7]
Teachers with 4+ years' experience
74%
Students per teacher
9:1
Teaching out of certification
15%
Teacher experience and certification from the NYSED School Report Card (2024–25); students per teacher = enrollment ÷ reported teachers. Fewer than 4 years counts as inexperienced.
Student body
Race / ethnicity[4]
- Asian 5%
- Black 57%
- Hispanic 30%
- White 4%
- Multiracial 1%
School-level totals; may not sum to 100% due to rounding and small subgroup suppression.
Gender[4]
- Female 51%
- Male 49%
Female / male shares as published by the DOE; other gender identities aren’t reported in the source data.
Enrollment
374
Economic Need Index
94%
Free / reduced lunch
96%
English learners
6%
Students with IEPs
35%
Admissions
2 programs. Each has its own admissions method, and each track within a program has its own seats, demand, and priority order.
3-K - School Day
Program code 27Q1833K · Cycle 2024-2025
5 applicants · 30 seats last year.
| priority group | Seats | Applicants | Apps / seat |
|---|---|---|---|
| General education | 30 | 5 | — |
↳ Students who live in the zone and have a sibling at the school. | — | — | — |
↳ Other students who live in the zone. | — | — | — |
↳ Students who live in the district and have a sibling at the school. | — | — | — |
↳ Students who live outside the district and have a sibling at the school. | — | — | — |
↳ Other students who live in the district. | — | — | — |
↳ All other applicants. | — | — | — |
Last year’s published figures. Schools make more offers than seats because not everyone enrolls, so offers can exceed seats. Counts under 10 are suppressed (shown as “<10”).
Pre-K - School Day
Program code 27Q183PK · Cycle 2024-2025
8 applicants · 36 seats last year; every priority group with applicants received offers.
| priority group | Seats | Applicants | Apps / seat |
|---|---|---|---|
| General education | 36 | 8 | — |
↳ Current students. | 5 | 5 | 1.00 |
↳ Students who live in the zone and have a sibling at the school. | — | — | — |
↳ Other students who live in the zone. | — | — | — |
↳ Students who live in the district and have a sibling at the school. | — | — | — |
↳ Students who live outside the district and have a sibling at the school. | — | — | — |
↳ Other students who live in the district. | — | — | — |
↳ All other applicants. | — | — | — |
Last year’s published figures. Schools make more offers than seats because not everyone enrolls, so offers can exceed seats. Counts under 10 are suppressed (shown as “<10”).
How to read Apps / seat and where the outlook buckets come from is explained in our methodology.
Location & commute
Where the school is and how to get there.