Best Public Schools in Staten Island, NY


Summary:

The Staten Island school district in New York City comprises 85 schools, including 55 elementary schools, 13 middle schools, 13 high schools, and 4 alternative schools. The district serves a diverse student population and faces a range of academic performance levels across its schools.

Some of the standout schools in the area include Staten Island Technical High School, ranked 8th out of 1,242 high schools in New York state, and Ps 35 Clove Valley School (The), ranked 10th out of 2,445 elementary schools in the state. These top-performing schools boast exceptional test scores, with over 90% of students proficient or better in several subjects. In contrast, many other schools in the district struggle to reach even 20-30% proficiency levels.

The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance across the district. Schools with higher concentrations of economically disadvantaged students, as indicated by free/reduced lunch rates, tend to have lower proficiency rates and other indicators of academic struggle. Addressing these achievement gaps and ensuring equitable access to quality education will be crucial for improving outcomes for all students in the New York City Geographic District #31.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the WNYC and the New York State Department of Health and the NY State Education Department.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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