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#881 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 19% in state

Is 34 Tottenville

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31

528 ACADEMY AVE, Staten Island, NY 10307

Enrollment

1,108

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

7.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#881 of 4,742

In Staten Island

#14 of 86

public schools

In district

#13 of 74

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Is 34 Tottenville

7.8/10

Middle School in Staten Island · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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About Is 34 Tottenville

Is 34 Tottenville is a public middle school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. Is 34 Tottenville serves approximately 1,108 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Is 34 Tottenville has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #881 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Is 34 Tottenville show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Is 34 Tottenville 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 Progress8.9Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+25.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.5 pts
Overall Proficiency69% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+13.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment5.4Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Chronic Absenteeism32.1%

Is 34 Tottenville — Students at Is 34 Tottenville score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 65.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
93%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
39%
ELA
38%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
75%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
75%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
65%
ELA
80.3%
2022
Math
65%
ELA
72.3%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Is 34 Tottenville Compares

See how Is 34 Tottenville performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
81th percentile in NY
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
81 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.1%

Location

528 ACADEMY AVE, Staten Island, NY 10307

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Is 34 Tottenville may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Samuel E. Shull Middle School (rated 6.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Perth Amboy), a more accessible option. Additionally, William C. McGinnis Middle School (rated 5.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Perth Amboy), a more accessible option. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 1 TOTTENVILLE Staten Island 0.1 mi 6.2
PS 6 CORPORAL ALLAN F KIVLEHAN SCHOOL Staten Island 0.7 mi 7.7
Perth Amboy Magnet School Perth Amboy 1.1 mi 5.5
SOUTH RICHMOND HIGH SCHOOL IS/PS 25 Staten Island 1.1 mi 3.6
Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School Perth Amboy 1.3 mi 5.6
William C. McGinnis Middle School Perth Amboy 1.3 mi 5.2
Edward J. Patten Elementary School Perth Amboy 1.4 mi 6.1
Ignacio Cruz Early Childhood Center Perth Amboy 1.5 mi 5.4
Perth Amboy High School Perth Amboy 1.8 mi 3.6
Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School Perth Amboy 1.7 mi 7.1
ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Perth Amboy 1.9 mi 5.7
Samuel E. Shull Middle School Perth Amboy 1.9 mi 6.1
PS 3 MARGARET GIOIOSA SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island 1.9 mi 8.3
Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School Perth Amboy 1.8 mi 7.2
Academy for Urban Leadership Charter School Perth Amboy 1.9 mi 5.6
Rose M. Lopez Elementary School Perth Amboy 1.9 mi 6.4
Edmund Hmieleski Early Childhood Center Perth Amboy 2.3 mi 5.4
South Amboy Middle/High School South Amboy 2.5 mi 3.9
KATHLEEN GRIMM SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP Staten Island 2.7 mi 7.3
PS 56 LOUIS DESARIO SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island 2.8 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10307 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$138,807

Median Home Value

$799,100

Median Rent

$1,618/mo

Population

14,821

College Educated

39.5%

Homeownership

83.4%

Avg Commute

40 min

Poverty Rate

2.7%

Median Age

41.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Is 34 Tottenville

What grades does Is 34 Tottenville serve?

Is 34 Tottenville serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Is 34 Tottenville?

Is 34 Tottenville has an enrollment of approximately 1,108 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Is 34 Tottenville?

The student-teacher ratio at Is 34 Tottenville is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Is 34 Tottenville rank in NY?

Is 34 Tottenville ranks #881 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Is 34 Tottenville's MySchoolScout rating?

Is 34 Tottenville has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Is 34 Tottenville?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Is 34 Tottenville has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Is 34 Tottenville a charter school?

No, Is 34 Tottenville is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Is 34 Tottenville a Title I school?

No, Is 34 Tottenville is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Is 34 Tottenville?

41.5% of students at Is 34 Tottenville 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
76 Very Walkable
Transit Score
58 Good Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,108
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
81
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Richmond County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.1%

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