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#4666 of 4,742 schools in NY
Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
195 DANIEL LOW TER, Staten Island, NY 10301
Enrollment
181
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
181
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,666 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#82 of 86
public schools
In district
#71 of 74
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
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About Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School
Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School serves approximately 181 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,666 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 181 students, Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
68% of students at Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School 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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Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School — Students at Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 16 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.1/10.
How Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School Compares
See how Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
195 DANIEL LOW TER, Staten Island, NY 10301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 65 ACADEMY OF INNOVATIVE LEARNING (THE) (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARBOR VIEW SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WAVERLY ACADEMY OF EMPOWERED LEARNERS (THE) (rated 6.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,937
Median Home Value
$657,000
Median Rent
$1,697/mo
Population
39,799
College Educated
38.2%
Homeownership
44.6%
Avg Commute
45.3 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Median Age
36.7
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| PS 38 ROBERTO CLEMENTE New York, NY | 2.7 |
| PS 44 MARCUS GARVEY Brooklyn, NY | 2.9 |
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| PS 34 FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT New York, NY | 2.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School
What grades does Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School serve?
Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School?
Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 181 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School rank in NY?
Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School ranks #4,666 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
Is Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School a charter school?
No, Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School?
89.5% of students at Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 181
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.0%
- Phone
- (718) 420-5115
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31- District Enrollment
- 60,047
- Schools in District
- 74
- District Rank
- #71 of 74
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