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Top 43% in state

Port Richmond High School

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31

85 ST JOSEPHS AVE, Staten Island, NY 10302

Enrollment

1,746

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

6.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,028 of 4,742

In Staten Island

#45 of 86

public schools

In district

#41 of 74

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Port Richmond High School

6.6/10

High School in Staten Island · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Port Richmond High School

Port Richmond High School is a public high school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. Port Richmond High School serves approximately 1,746 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Port Richmond High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,028 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Port Richmond High School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

47% of students at Port Richmond High School 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency75% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency80% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+38.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College Readiness4.0Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate75%
AP Participation9.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Chronic Absenteeism47%

Port Richmond High School — Students at Port Richmond High School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 80.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 87.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
25%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
89%
ELA
90%
2015
Math
86%
ELA
89%
2016
Math
91%
ELA
89%
2017
Math
84%
ELA
90%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
88%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
88%
2020*
Math
75%
ELA
85%
2021*
Math
75%
ELA
85%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Port Richmond High School Compares

See how Port Richmond High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
57th percentile in NY
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
8
3 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
147 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
9.2% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics8sports offered
3 boys'·5 girls'·10 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

85 ST JOSEPHS AVE, Staten Island, NY 10302

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Port Richmond High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NEW WORLD PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 54 CHARLES W LENG (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John M. Bailey Community School (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Bayonne), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 21 MARGARET EMERY-ELM PARK Staten Island 0.3 mi 6.6
NEW WORLD PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Staten Island 0.4 mi 8.0
PORT RICHMOND SCHOOL FOR VISIONARY LEARNING Staten Island 0.7 mi 2.4
PS 20 PORT RICHMOND Staten Island 0.5 mi 2.6
IS 51 EDWIN MARKHAM Staten Island 0.8 mi 6.2
PS 22 GRANITEVILLE Staten Island 0.8 mi 4.3
PS 44 THOMAS C BROWN Staten Island 0.8 mi 3.4
PS 19 CURTIS SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island 0.9 mi 3.6
PS 30 WESTERLEIGH Staten Island 1.2 mi 7.6
Henry E. Harris Community School Bayonne 1.3 mi 4.0
RABBI JACOB JOSEPH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Staten Island 1.5 mi 6.4
JEWISH FOUNDATION SCHOOL OF STATEN ISLAND Staten Island 1.5 mi 7.0
Mary J Donohoe Community School Bayonne 1.4 mi 5.8
PS 18 JOHN G WHITTIER Staten Island 1.3 mi 3.6
IS 27 ANNING S PRALL Staten Island 1.4 mi 6.9
STATEN ISLAND SCHOOL OF CIVIC LEADERSHIP Staten Island 1.5 mi 5.7
John M. Bailey Community School Bayonne 1.7 mi 7.8
PS 60 ALICE AUSTEN Staten Island 2.0 mi 5.0
PS 54 CHARLES W LENG Staten Island 2.2 mi 8.0
MOORE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island 2.0 mi 6.0

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Port Richmond High School

What grades does Port Richmond High School serve?

Port Richmond High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Port Richmond High School?

Port Richmond High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,746 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Port Richmond High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Port Richmond High School 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 Port Richmond High School rank in NY?

Port Richmond High School ranks #2,028 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Port Richmond High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Port Richmond High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Port Richmond High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Port Richmond High School has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Port Richmond High School a charter school?

No, Port Richmond High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Port Richmond High School a Title I school?

No, Port Richmond High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Port Richmond High School?

79.8% of students at Port Richmond High School 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
81 Very Walkable
Transit Score
64 Good Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,746
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
147
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Richmond County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.0%
4-Year Graduation
75.0%

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