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Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31

1625 FOREST AVE, Staten Island, NY 10302

Enrollment

376

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

2.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,710 of 4,742

In Staten Island

#85 of 86

public schools

In district

#74 of 74

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31

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Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning

2.4/10

Elementary School in Staten Island · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning

Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,710 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

How it compares3.8 pts below district
  • This school 2.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.2
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

49% of students at Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning 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 · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-5.97 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-39.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-35.7 pts
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment3.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Chronic Absenteeism49.2%

Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning — Students at Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 13.2% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
50.7% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 46.0% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
61.6% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 10 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2020*
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
51.8%
2022
Math
14%
ELA
25.2%

* 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: 1.4/10.

How Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning Compares

See how Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.4/10
1th percentile in NY
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
85%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
49.2%

Location

1625 FOREST AVE, Staten Island, NY 10302

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning may also want to explore other elementary 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, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 30 WESTERLEIGH (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
IS 51 EDWIN MARKHAM Staten Island 0.2 mi 6.2
NEW WORLD PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Staten Island 0.4 mi 8.0
PS 21 MARGARET EMERY-ELM PARK Staten Island 0.4 mi 6.6
PS 22 GRANITEVILLE Staten Island 0.4 mi 4.3
PORT RICHMOND HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island 0.7 mi 6.6
PS 30 WESTERLEIGH Staten Island 0.7 mi 7.6
RABBI JACOB JOSEPH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Staten Island 0.8 mi 6.4
JEWISH FOUNDATION SCHOOL OF STATEN ISLAND Staten Island 0.8 mi 7.0
PS 20 PORT RICHMOND Staten Island 1.0 mi 2.6
PS 44 THOMAS C BROWN Staten Island 0.9 mi 3.4
PS 19 CURTIS SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island 0.9 mi 3.6
STATEN ISLAND SCHOOL OF CIVIC LEADERSHIP Staten Island 1.2 mi 5.7
PS 54 CHARLES W LENG Staten Island 1.5 mi 8.0
PS 60 ALICE AUSTEN Staten Island 1.4 mi 5.0
IS 27 ANNING S PRALL Staten Island 1.3 mi 6.9
HELLENIC CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL - STATEN ISLAND Staten Island 1.5 mi 7.4
MOORE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island 1.5 mi 6.0
CHABAD LUBAVITCH OF STATEN ISLAND Staten Island 1.7 mi
BISHOP PATRICK V AHERN HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island 1.5 mi
ST TERESA SCHOOL Staten Island 1.5 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning

What grades does Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning serve?

Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning?

Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning?

The student-teacher ratio at Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning rank in NY?

Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning ranks #4,710 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning's MySchoolScout rating?

Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 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 School for Visionary Learning?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

Is Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning a charter school?

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

Is Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning a Title I school?

No, Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning is not currently a Title I school.

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

84.8% of students at Port Richmond School for Visionary Learning 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
94 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
61 Good Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Richmond County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
49.2%

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