Serving 1,458 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie's student population of 1,458 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Year Founded
1975
School Colors
Blue, Orange
School Rankings
I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie is 0.71, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1729 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
30%
10%
Hispanic
25%
30%
Black
5%
16%
White
37%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie's ranking?
I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie is ranked #1729 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie often compared to?
I.s. 72 Rocco Laurieis often viewed alongside schools like Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie?
1,458 students attend I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie?
I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie offer ?
I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie part of?
I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie located?
I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie is located in the New Springville neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 5 other public schools located in New Springville.
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