Below Average
#3908 of 4,742 schools in NY
David Marquis School of the Arts (the)
School · NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75
15 FAIRFIELD ST, Staten Island, NY 10308
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 79 schools in Staten Island. Learn more
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher
4.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher
4.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,908 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#72 of 86
public schools
In district
#15 of 58
NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75
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David Marquis School of the Arts (the)
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About David Marquis School of the Arts (the)
David Marquis School of the Arts (the) is a public school in Staten Island, NY, part of NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75. David Marquis School of the Arts (the) serves approximately 517 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 4.9:1 student-teacher ratio. David Marquis School of the Arts (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,908 of 4,742 schools in NY.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 4.2
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 4.9:1 students to teachers, David Marquis School of the Arts (the) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
44% of students at David Marquis School of the Arts (the) were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How David Marquis School of the Arts (the) Compares
See how David Marquis School of the Arts (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
15 FAIRFIELD ST, Staten Island, NY 10308
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering David Marquis School of the Arts (the) may also want to explore other schools in the area. STATEN ISLAND TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 50 FRANK HANKINSON (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 8 SHIRLEE SOLOMON (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 32 GIFFORD SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY Staten Island | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 8 SHIRLEE SOLOMON Staten Island | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| ST CLARE SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| RABBI JACOB JOSEPH SCHOOL FOR BOYS Staten Island | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| BARBARA ESSELBORN SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| GAYNOR MCCOWN EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| MARSH AVENUE SCHOOL FOR EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING Staten Island | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| CSI HIGH SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Staten Island | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| IS 24 MYRA S BARNES Staten Island | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 23 RICHMONDTOWN Staten Island | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| SPACE SHUTTLE COLUMBIA SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 42 ELTINGVILLE Staten Island | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| MSGR FARRELL HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| PS 50 FRANK HANKINSON Staten Island | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| PS 69 DANIEL D TOMPKINS Staten Island | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| IS 72 ROCCO LAURIE Staten Island | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 55 HENRY M BOEHM Staten Island | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| STATEN ISLAND TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| NEW DORP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Staten Island | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10308 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,654
Median Home Value
$648,800
Median Rent
$1,729/mo
Population
29,996
College Educated
40.4%
Homeownership
79.7%
Avg Commute
49.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
43.2
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| PS 233 Forest Hills, NY | 4.5 |
| BRUSHTON GRADE SCHOOL Brushton, NY | 4.6 |
| JEWISH INSTITUTE OF QUEENS-ELEMENTARY Elmhurst, NY | 4.6 |
| PS 77 Brooklyn, NY | 4.4 |
| BEGINNING WITH CHILDREN CHARTER SCHOOL II Brooklyn, NY | 4.7 |
| MASORES BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn, NY | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about David Marquis School of the Arts (the)
What grades does David Marquis School of the Arts (the) serve?
David Marquis School of the Arts (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend David Marquis School of the Arts (the)?
David Marquis School of the Arts (the) has an enrollment of approximately 517 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at David Marquis School of the Arts (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at David Marquis School of the Arts (the) is 4.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does David Marquis School of the Arts (the) rank in NY?
David Marquis School of the Arts (the) ranks #3,908 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is David Marquis School of the Arts (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
David Marquis School of the Arts (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is David Marquis School of the Arts (the) a charter school?
No, David Marquis School of the Arts (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is David Marquis School of the Arts (the) a Title I school?
No, David Marquis School of the Arts (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for David Marquis School of the Arts (the)?
82.4% of students at David Marquis School of the Arts (the) qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 517
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 106
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.4%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.1%
- Phone
- (718) 984-9800
Resources & Links
District
NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75- Schools in District
- 59
- District Rank
- #15 of 58
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