Serving 442 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 1 Tottenville ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 1 Tottenville ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 1 Tottenville's student population of 442 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 1 Tottenville 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 P.s. 1 Tottenville is 0.45, 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
#1405 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
21%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
71%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 P.s. 1 Tottenville's ranking?
P.s. 1 Tottenville is ranked #1405 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 1 Tottenville often compared to?
P.s. 1 Tottenvilleis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 6 Corporal Allan F Kivlehan School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 1 Tottenville?
442 students attend P.s. 1 Tottenville.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of P.s. 1 Tottenville students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 1 Tottenville?
P.s. 1 Tottenville has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 1 Tottenville offer ?
P.s. 1 Tottenville offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 1 Tottenville part of?
P.s. 1 Tottenville is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 1 Tottenville located?
P.s. 1 Tottenville is located in the Tottenville neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Tottenville.
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