School Overview
PS 122, known as the Mamie Fay School, is a highly regarded public school located in the Ditmars section of Astoria, Queens. Serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade, it is one of the few schools in the district that offers a continuous K–8 educational experience, allowing students to remain in the same learning community throughout their formative years. The school is well-regarded for its emphasis on academic rigor and a supportive environment, often drawing families from the surrounding Astoria community who prioritize a stable, long-term educational setting.

In addition to its core curriculum, PS 122 is known for fostering a strong sense of community and providing diverse extracurricular opportunities that cater to various student interests. The school has historically maintained a strong reputation for parent involvement and active school leadership, which contributes to its status as a sought-after institution in the Ditmars area. By combining a classic academic approach with enrichment programs, PS 122 aims to prepare its middle school graduates for competitive high school placements while maintaining a nurturing atmosphere for its youngest learners.
1,124
Total Students
68.4
Full-Time Teachers
16.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
49.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PS 122 MAMIE FAY
Demographic Student Count
White575
Hispanic206
Black21
Asian247
Two or More68
American Indian4
Pacific Islander3
  • White
    575 (51.2%)
  • Asian
    247 (22.0%)
  • Hispanic
    206 (18.3%)
  • Two or More
    68 (6.0%)
  • Black
    21 (1.9%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
Phone: (718)721-6410
Website: http://www.ps122astoria.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 1,124
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 68.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 522
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 34
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 33
Kindergarten 132
Grade 1 128
Grade 2 127
Grade 3 119
Grade 4 129
Grade 5 154
Grade 6 114
Grade 7 98
Grade 8 90

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PS 122 MAMIE FAY
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten33
Kindergarten132
Grade 1128
Grade 2127
Grade 3119
Grade 4129
Grade 5154
Grade 6114
Grade 798
Grade 890
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PS 122 MAMIE FAY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female52746.9%
Male59753.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)