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#365 of 4,739 schools in NY

Top 8% in state

Harbor View School (the)

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31

300 RICHMOND TERR, Staten Island, NY 10301

Enrollment

267

Student-Teacher

8.9:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Staten Island

#11 of 86

public schools

New York elementary schools

#243 of 2,549

In district

#11 of 74

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Exceptional

About Harbor View School (the)

Harbor View School (the) is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. The school serves approximately 267 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 8.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 92.3th percentile among NY schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 36% proficiency in math, 12 points below the state average and 67% in reading/language arts, 10 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $84,937, where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.9:1, Harbor View School (the) offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+7.34 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics6.2Above Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30%
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.5%
Math vs. State Avg-23.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.6 pts
Overall Proficiency50%
Expected (poverty-adj.)51%
vs. Expected-1.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
College Readiness—Not Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.9:1

Harbor View School (the) — Students at Harbor View School (the) score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 35.8%
School
State
48.1%
ELA Proficiency 66.7%
School
State
57.0%

Based on 10 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
35.5%
ELA
72.9%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Harbor View School (the) Compares

See how Harbor View School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
92th percentile in NY
Academic
6.2/10
6.2/10
Growth
9.5/10
Above average
Environment
8.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers

Performance Trends

Math proficiency has declined from 37% (2019) to 30% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 42% (2019) to 69.5% (2021).

Location

300 RICHMOND TERR, Staten Island, NY 10301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harbor View School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FORT HILL COLLABORATIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PS 65 ACADEMY OF INNOVATIVE LEARNING (THE) (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 373 (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CURTIS HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island 0.2 mi 6.9
PS 31 WILLIAM T DAVIS Staten Island 0.4 mi 6.2
RALPH R MCKEE CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island 0.4 mi 6.9
PS 16 JOHN J DRISCOLL Staten Island 0.6 mi 7.3
FORT HILL COLLABORATIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Staten Island 0.6 mi 8.5
PS 74 FUTURE LEADERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Staten Island 0.6 mi 6.7
PS 373 Staten Island 0.8 mi 7.8
PS 65 ACADEMY OF INNOVATIVE LEARNING (THE) Staten Island 1.0 mi 7.9
OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL Staten Island 1.1 mi 4.7
ST PETERS BOYS HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island 1.0 mi 4.9
CHILDRENS HARBOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Staten Island 1.0 mi —
IS 61 WILLIAM A MORRIS Staten Island 1.2 mi 7.4
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island 1.4 mi 5.1
EDEN II SCHOOL Staten Island 1.4 mi 7.2
EDEN II SCHOOL FOR AUTISTIC CHILDREN Staten Island 1.4 mi 8.2
PS 78 Staten Island 1.8 mi 7.1
EAGLE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG MEN OF STATEN ISLAND (THE) Staten Island 1.9 mi 6.3
IS 49 BERTA A DREYFUS Staten Island 1.9 mi 7.7
WAVERLY ACADEMY OF EMPOWERED LEARNERS (THE) Staten Island 2.0 mi 7.8
YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP OF STATEN ISLAND Staten Island 2.0 mi 5.7

Neighborhood 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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Harbor View School (the) has a median household income of $84,937. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $657,000, with a median rent of $1,697/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.6%. The average commute in the area is 45 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ALLEGHANY AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst, NY 8.3
BOYLE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station, NY 8.3
GLEN-WORDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scotia, NY 8.3
PEMBROKE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Corfu, NY 8.3
PS 15 JACKIE ROBINSON Springfield Gardens, NY 8.3
PS 46 ARTHUR TAPPAN New York, NY 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harbor View School (the)

What grades does Harbor View School (the) serve?

Harbor View School (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Harbor View School (the)?

Harbor View School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harbor View School (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at Harbor View School (the) is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harbor View School (the) rank in NY?

Harbor View School (the) is ranked #365 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is Harbor View School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Harbor View School (the) has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Harbor View School (the)?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Harbor View School (the) has 35.8% math proficiency and 66.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Harbor View School (the) a charter school?

No, Harbor View School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Harbor View School (the) a Title I school?

No, Harbor View School (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harbor View School (the)?

72.7% of students at Harbor View School (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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
72 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Richmond County
Phone
(718) 390-2190
Data Year
2023–2024

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District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
District Enrollment
60,047
Schools in District
74
District Rank
#11 of 74

Other Schools in This District

NAPLES STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 9.4 IS 51 EDWIN MARKHAM 8.8 PS 6 CORPORAL ALLAN F KIVLEHAN SCHOOL 8.8 PS 26 CARTERET SCHOOL (THE) 8.6 PS 39 FRANCIS J MURPHY JR 8.6

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology
Data sources
NCES CCDSY 2022-23NY NYSED2020-21NCES EdFacts2019–2022Census ACS2019-2023MySchoolScout Rankings2024 Full details →

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