Serving 292 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 11 Thomas Dongan School ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 11 Thomas Dongan School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 11 Thomas Dongan School's student population of 292 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 11 Thomas Dongan School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 11 Thomas Dongan School is 0.74, which is more 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
#3647 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
10%
Hispanic
34%
30%
Black
13%
16%
White
30%
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
75%
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 P.s. 11 Thomas Dongan School's ranking?
P.s. 11 Thomas Dongan School is ranked #3647 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 11 Thomas Dongan School often compared to?
P.s. 11 Thomas Dongan Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Naples Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 11 Thomas Dongan School?
292 students attend P.s. 11 Thomas Dongan School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of P.s. 11 Thomas Dongan School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 11 Thomas Dongan School?
P.s. 11 Thomas Dongan School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 11 Thomas Dongan School offer ?
P.s. 11 Thomas Dongan School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 11 Thomas Dongan School part of?
P.s. 11 Thomas Dongan School is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 11 Thomas Dongan School located?
P.s. 11 Thomas Dongan School is located in the Dongan Hills neighborhood of Staten Island, NY.
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