Serving 515 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 8 Shirlee Solomon ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 8 Shirlee Solomon ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 8 Shirlee Solomon's student population of 515 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
P.s. 8 Shirlee Solomon ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 8 Shirlee Solomon is 0.60, 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
#79 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
10%
Hispanic
16%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
56%
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
43%
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. 8 Shirlee Solomon's ranking?
P.s. 8 Shirlee Solomon is ranked #79 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 8 Shirlee Solomon often compared to?
P.s. 8 Shirlee Solomonis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 32 Gifford School, P.s. 42 Eltingville by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 8 Shirlee Solomon?
515 students attend P.s. 8 Shirlee Solomon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of P.s. 8 Shirlee Solomon students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 8 Shirlee Solomon?
P.s. 8 Shirlee Solomon has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 8 Shirlee Solomon offer ?
P.s. 8 Shirlee Solomon offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 8 Shirlee Solomon part of?
P.s. 8 Shirlee Solomon is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 8 Shirlee Solomon located?
P.s. 8 Shirlee Solomon is located in the Great Kills neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Great Kills.
School Reviews
5 2/21/2019
I love the school and the teachers are so nice and I like artAnd science
5 9/12/2012
I love this school The staff is made up of very nice smart and wise people they made my son feel at home when he started there thank you to all the staff for treating my son with respect and caring hands
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