Very Good
#1471 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 31% in state
Is 7 Elias Bernstein
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
1270 HUGUENOT AVE, Staten Island, NY 10312
Enrollment
1,197
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,197
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,471 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#33 of 86
public schools
In district
#31 of 74
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Is 7 Elias Bernstein
Middle School in Staten Island · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Is 7 Elias Bernstein
Is 7 Elias Bernstein is a public middle school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. Is 7 Elias Bernstein serves approximately 1,197 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Is 7 Elias Bernstein has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,471 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Is 7 Elias Bernstein show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Is 7 Elias Bernstein — Students at Is 7 Elias Bernstein score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.7/10.
How Is 7 Elias Bernstein Compares
See how Is 7 Elias Bernstein performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1270 HUGUENOT AVE, Staten Island, NY 10312
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Is 7 Elias Bernstein may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. IS 75 FRANK D PAULO (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is IS 34 TOTTENVILLE (rated 7.8/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, IS 24 MYRA S BARNES (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 5 HUGUENOT Staten Island | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| TOTTENVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 36 J C DRUMGOOLE Staten Island | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| IS 75 FRANK D PAULO Staten Island | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 3 MARGARET GIOIOSA SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 55 HENRY M BOEHM Staten Island | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 4 MAURICE WOLLIN Staten Island | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 56 LOUIS DESARIO SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 42 ELTINGVILLE Staten Island | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| KATHLEEN GRIMM SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP Staten Island | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| RABBI JACOB JOSEPH SCHOOL FOR BOYS Staten Island | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| SOUTH RICHMOND HIGH SCHOOL IS/PS 25 Staten Island | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| PS 8 SHIRLEE SOLOMON Staten Island | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| ST CLARE SCHOOL Staten Island | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| PS 6 CORPORAL ALLAN F KIVLEHAN SCHOOL Staten Island | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| IS 24 MYRA S BARNES Staten Island | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 32 GIFFORD SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| DAVID MARQUIS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (THE) Staten Island | 3.4 mi | 4.5 |
| BARBARA ESSELBORN SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
| IS 34 TOTTENVILLE Staten Island | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10312 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,434
Median Home Value
$698,900
Median Rent
$1,911/mo
Population
63,345
College Educated
40.9%
Homeownership
81.6%
Avg Commute
43.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| IS 141 STEINWAY (THE) Long Island City, NY | 7.2 |
| LONGWOOD JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Middle Island, NY | 7.2 |
| TWELVE CORNERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.2 |
| CLARENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL Clarence, NY | 7.3 |
| IS 72 ROCCO LAURIE Staten Island, NY | 7.3 |
| JHS 190 RUSSELL SAGE Forest Hills, NY | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Is 7 Elias Bernstein
What grades does Is 7 Elias Bernstein serve?
Is 7 Elias Bernstein serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Is 7 Elias Bernstein?
Is 7 Elias Bernstein has an enrollment of approximately 1,197 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Is 7 Elias Bernstein?
The student-teacher ratio at Is 7 Elias Bernstein is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Is 7 Elias Bernstein rank in NY?
Is 7 Elias Bernstein ranks #1,471 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Is 7 Elias Bernstein's MySchoolScout rating?
Is 7 Elias Bernstein has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 7 Elias Bernstein?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Is 7 Elias Bernstein has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Is 7 Elias Bernstein a charter school?
No, Is 7 Elias Bernstein is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Is 7 Elias Bernstein a Title I school?
No, Is 7 Elias Bernstein is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Is 7 Elias Bernstein?
47.4% of students at Is 7 Elias Bernstein qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,197
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 78
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.0%
- Phone
- (718) 697-8488
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31- District Enrollment
- 60,047
- Schools in District
- 74
- District Rank
- #31 of 74
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