Is 7 Elias Bernstein

IS 7 Elias Bernstein serves 1,197 middle school students in grades 6 through 8 on Staten Island's Huguenot Avenue. This large public middle school maintains a manageable 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio with 78 full-time equivalent teachers, creating an environment where students can receive adequate individual attention despite the substantial enrollment. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.6 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking in the 85th percentile statewide at #694 out of 4,758 New York schools.

Students excel particularly in English Language Arts, with 81% achieving proficiency or above across all grade levels. Math performance shows 64% of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards, indicating solid foundational skills in both core academic areas. IS 7 Elias Bernstein benefits from its location in ZIP code 10312, a well-established Staten Island community where families value education.

The surrounding neighborhood reflects stability and investment in children's futures, with a median household income of $107,414 and nearly 40% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher. The area's low poverty rate of 5.8% and median home values around $665,100 demonstrate the community's commitment to providing quality educational opportunities for their children in this large city setting.