Very Good
#1372 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 29% in state
Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
644 BLOOMINGDALE RD, Staten Island, NY 10309
Enrollment
463
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
463
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,372 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#31 of 86
public schools
In district
#29 of 74
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership
Elementary School in Staten Island · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership
Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership serves approximately 463 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,372 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership — Students at Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 16 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.0/10.
How Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership Compares
See how Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
644 BLOOMINGDALE RD, Staten Island, NY 10309
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 5 HUGUENOT (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 3 MARGARET GIOIOSA SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nathan Hale Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Carteret), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 56 LOUIS DESARIO SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| IS 75 FRANK D PAULO Staten Island | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 3 MARGARET GIOIOSA SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 4 MAURICE WOLLIN Staten Island | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| SOUTH RICHMOND HIGH SCHOOL IS/PS 25 Staten Island | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| TOTTENVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Columbus Elementary School Carteret | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| PS 6 CORPORAL ALLAN F KIVLEHAN SCHOOL Staten Island | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 5 HUGUENOT Staten Island | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| GATEWAY SCHOOL Carteret | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 36 J C DRUMGOOLE Staten Island | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| IS 7 ELIAS BERNSTEIN Staten Island | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Port Reading Avenue Elementary School Port Reading | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Carteret Junior High School Carteret | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| YESHIVA GEDOLAH OF CARTERET INC. Carteret | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Carteret High School Carteret | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| PS 1 TOTTENVILLE Staten Island | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| IS 34 TOTTENVILLE Staten Island | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Carteret Middle School Carteret | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Nathan Hale Elementary School Carteret | 3.0 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10309 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,638
Median Home Value
$745,500
Median Rent
$1,907/mo
Population
34,918
College Educated
39.9%
Homeownership
78.7%
Avg Commute
45.2 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
42.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership
What grades does Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership serve?
Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership?
Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership has an enrollment of approximately 463 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership?
The student-teacher ratio at Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership rank in NY?
Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership ranks #1,372 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership's MySchoolScout rating?
Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership a charter school?
No, Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership a Title I school?
No, Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership?
35.4% of students at Kathleen Grimm School for Leadership 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 463
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.6%
- Phone
- (718) 668-8640
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31- District Enrollment
- 60,047
- Schools in District
- 74
- District Rank
- #29 of 74
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