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#123 of 4,739 schools in NY

Top 3% in state

Is 51 Edwin Markham

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31

80 WILLOWBROOK RD, Staten Island, NY 10302

Enrollment

1,104

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

8.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Staten Island

#2 of 86

public schools

New York middle schools

#8 of 785

In district

#2 of 74

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Is 51 Edwin Markham

Is 51 Edwin Markham is a public middle school in Staten Island, NY, part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. The school serves approximately 1,104 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8/10, placing it in the 97.4th percentile among NY schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 45% proficiency in math, 11 points above the state average and 64% in reading/language arts, 7 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $76,089, where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Exceptional40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+13.38 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics7.8Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency74.5%
Math vs. State Avg+14.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.7 pts
Overall Proficiency65%
Expected (poverty-adj.)49%
vs. Expected+15.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1

Is 51 Edwin Markham — Students at Is 51 Edwin Markham score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 44.7%
School
State
33.6%
ELA Proficiency 64.1%
School
State
57.2%

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
29%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
48.6%
ELA
70.9%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How Is 51 Edwin Markham Compares

See how Is 51 Edwin Markham performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
97th percentile in NY
Academic
7.8/10
7.8/10
Growth
9.9/10
Above average
Environment
8.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
93 teachers

Performance Trends

Math proficiency has improved from 29% (2019) to 54.5% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 37% (2019) to 74.5% (2021).

Location

80 WILLOWBROOK RD, Staten Island, NY 10302

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Is 51 Edwin Markham may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. IS 27 ANNING S PRALL (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is PS 54 CHARLES W LENG (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 30 WESTERLEIGH (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
PORT RICHMOND SCHOOL FOR VISIONARY LEARNING Staten Island 0.2 mi 4.4
PS 22 GRANITEVILLE Staten Island 0.4 mi 7.3
NEW WORLD PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Staten Island 0.5 mi 5.0
PS 21 MARGARET EMERY-ELM PARK Staten Island 0.6 mi 4.6
RABBI JACOB JOSEPH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Staten Island 0.7 mi 6.4
JEWISH FOUNDATION SCHOOL OF STATEN ISLAND Staten Island 0.7 mi 6.9
PORT RICHMOND HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island 0.8 mi 6.3
PS 30 WESTERLEIGH Staten Island 0.7 mi 7.7
PS 44 THOMAS C BROWN Staten Island 0.9 mi 5.7
PS 20 PORT RICHMOND Staten Island 1.1 mi 5.5
PS 19 CURTIS SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island 1.1 mi 7.3
STATEN ISLAND SCHOOL OF CIVIC LEADERSHIP Staten Island 1.0 mi 7.7
PS 54 CHARLES W LENG Staten Island 1.4 mi 8.1
PS 60 ALICE AUSTEN Staten Island 1.3 mi 6.8
HELLENIC CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL - STATEN ISLAND Staten Island 1.4 mi 5.6
MOORE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island 1.4 mi 6.0
BISHOP PATRICK V AHERN HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island 1.4 mi —
CHABAD LUBAVITCH OF STATEN ISLAND Staten Island 1.7 mi —
IS 27 ANNING S PRALL Staten Island 1.4 mi 8.3
ST TERESA SCHOOL Staten Island 1.6 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,089

Median Home Value

$586,300

Median Rent

$1,800/mo

Population

19,693

College Educated

28.9%

Homeownership

56.7%

Avg Commute

41.8 min

Poverty Rate

20%

Median Age

34.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Is 51 Edwin Markham has a median household income of $76,089. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $586,300, with a median rent of $1,800/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 42 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
BELLPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellport, NY 8.7
PEEKSKILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Peekskill, NY 8.6
RYE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rye, NY 9.1
H B MATTLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Plainview, NY 8.5
UNION VALE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lagrangeville, NY 8.4
IS 27 ANNING S PRALL Staten Island, NY 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Is 51 Edwin Markham

What grades does Is 51 Edwin Markham serve?

Is 51 Edwin Markham serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Is 51 Edwin Markham?

Is 51 Edwin Markham has an enrollment of approximately 1,104 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Is 51 Edwin Markham?

The student-teacher ratio at Is 51 Edwin Markham is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Is 51 Edwin Markham rank in NY?

Is 51 Edwin Markham is ranked #123 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is Is 51 Edwin Markham's MySchoolScout rating?

Is 51 Edwin Markham has a composite rating of 8.8 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 Is 51 Edwin Markham?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Is 51 Edwin Markham has 44.7% math proficiency and 64.1% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Is 51 Edwin Markham a charter school?

No, Is 51 Edwin Markham is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Is 51 Edwin Markham a Title I school?

No, Is 51 Edwin Markham is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Is 51 Edwin Markham?

80.2% of students at Is 51 Edwin Markham 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
88 Very Walkable
Transit Score
61 Good Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,104
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
93
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Richmond County
Phone
(718) 981-0502
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
#2 of 74

Other Schools in This District

NAPLES STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 9.4 PS 6 CORPORAL ALLAN F KIVLEHAN SCHOOL 8.8 PS 26 CARTERET SCHOOL (THE) 8.6 PS 39 FRANCIS J MURPHY JR 8.6 FORT HILL COLLABORATIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.5

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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