Serving 298 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 20 Port Richmond 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 20 Port Richmond ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 20 Port Richmond's student population of 298 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 20 Port Richmond 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. 20 Port Richmond is 0.36, 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
#4331 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
79%
30%
Black
12%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
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. 20 Port Richmond's ranking?
P.s. 20 Port Richmond is ranked #4331 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 20 Port Richmond often compared to?
P.s. 20 Port Richmondis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 22 Graniteville by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 20 Port Richmond?
298 students attend P.s. 20 Port Richmond.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of P.s. 20 Port Richmond students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 20 Port Richmond?
P.s. 20 Port Richmond has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 20 Port Richmond offer ?
P.s. 20 Port Richmond offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 20 Port Richmond part of?
P.s. 20 Port Richmond is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 20 Port Richmond located?
P.s. 20 Port Richmond is located in the Port Richmond neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 5 other public schools located in Port Richmond.
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