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#1096 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 23% in state

Harbor View School (the)

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31

300 RICHMOND TERR, Staten Island, NY 10301

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

267

Student-Teacher

8.9:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

267

Student-Teacher

8.9:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,096 of 4,742

In Staten Island

#25 of 86

public schools

In district

#24 of 74

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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About Harbor View School (the)

Harbor View School (the) is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. Harbor View School (the) serves approximately 267 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Harbor View School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,096 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Harbor View School (the) show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts above district

7.6

This school 7.6 · Very Good
District avg 6.2
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Harbor View School (the) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

46% of students at Harbor View School (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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress9.7Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data7

Annual Change+1.48 pts/yr

Data Period2016–2022

TrendImproving

Academics5.9Average30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency34.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency41.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Math vs. State Avg-19 pts

Reading vs. State Avg-19.8 pts

Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-6.3 pts

Adjusted Percentile42th

Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio8.9:1

Chronic Absenteeism46.4%

Harbor View School (the) — Students at Harbor View School (the) score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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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 EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.3% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)

School

State

48.1% (2021 NYSED)

ELA Proficiency 59.3% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)

School

State

57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 20 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2016

Math

15%

ELA

44.5%

2017

Math

27%

ELA

62%

2018

Math

37%

ELA

42%

2019

Math

37%

ELA

42%

2020*

Math

30%

ELA

69.5%

2021*

Math

35.5%

ELA

72.9%

2022

Math

34.5%

ELA

41.1%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Harbor View School (the) Compares

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

Overall Score

7.6/10

77th percentile in NY

Academic

5.9/10

Average

Growth

9.7/10

Excellent

Environment

4.9/10

Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

73%

Teaching Staff

9:1 student-teacher ratio

30 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

46.4%

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. PS 65 ACADEMY OF INNOVATIVE LEARNING (THE) (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is WAVERLY ACADEMY OF EMPOWERED LEARNERS (THE) (rated 6.6/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 74 FUTURE LEADERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
CURTIS HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island	0.2 mi	2,256	7.4
PS 31 WILLIAM T DAVIS Staten Island	0.4 mi	336	2.7
RALPH R MCKEE CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island	0.4 mi	701	6.8
PS 16 JOHN J DRISCOLL Staten Island	0.6 mi	376	4.7
FORT HILL COLLABORATIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Staten Island	0.6 mi	181	2.8
PS 74 FUTURE LEADERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Staten Island	0.6 mi	252	6.3
PS 373 Staten Island	0.8 mi	657	5.3
PS 65 ACADEMY OF INNOVATIVE LEARNING (THE) Staten Island	1.0 mi	357	7.8
OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL Staten Island	1.1 mi	276	4.7
ST PETERS BOYS HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island	1.0 mi	447	4.9
CHILDRENS HARBOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Staten Island	1.0 mi	7	—
IS 61 WILLIAM A MORRIS Staten Island	1.2 mi	926	5.2
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island	1.4 mi	402	5.1
EDEN II SCHOOL Staten Island	1.4 mi	99	7.2
EDEN II SCHOOL FOR AUTISTIC CHILDREN Staten Island	1.4 mi	100	8.2
PS 78 Staten Island	1.8 mi	480	6.0
EAGLE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG MEN OF STATEN ISLAND (THE) Staten Island	1.9 mi	290	5.7
IS 49 BERTA A DREYFUS Staten Island	1.9 mi	392	4.6
WAVERLY ACADEMY OF EMPOWERED LEARNERS (THE) Staten Island	2.0 mi	89	6.6
YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP OF STATEN ISLAND Staten Island	2.0 mi	127	7.3

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

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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) ranks #1,096 of 4,742 schools in NY.

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

Harbor View School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Harbor View School (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harbor View School (the) has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

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

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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 46.4%
Phone: (718) 390-2190

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District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31

District Enrollment: 60,047
Schools in District: 74
District Rank: #24 of 74

Other Schools in This District

NAPLES STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 9.6 PS 26 CARTERET SCHOOL (THE) 8.5 PS 35 CLOVE VALLEY SCHOOL (THE) 8.5 PS 5 HUGUENOT 8.5 STATEN ISLAND TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL 8.5

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