Below Average
#3756 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 16 John J Driscoll
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
195 DANIEL LOW TER, Staten Island, NY 10301
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,756 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#68 of 86
public schools
In district
#62 of 74
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
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PS 16 John J Driscoll
Elementary School in Staten Island · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 16 John J Driscoll
PS 16 John J Driscoll is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. PS 16 John J Driscoll serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 16 John J Driscoll has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,756 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 16 John J Driscoll show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 16 John J Driscoll sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
59% of students at PS 16 John J Driscoll 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
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PS 16 John J Driscoll — Students at PS 16 John J Driscoll score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.1%
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: 6.5/10.
How PS 16 John J Driscoll Compares
See how PS 16 John J Driscoll performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
195 DANIEL LOW TER, Staten Island, NY 10301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 16 John J Driscoll may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 65 ACADEMY OF INNOVATIVE LEARNING (THE) (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARBOR VIEW SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WAVERLY ACADEMY OF EMPOWERED LEARNERS (THE) (rated 6.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,937
Median Home Value
$657,000
Median Rent
$1,697/mo
Population
39,799
College Educated
38.2%
Homeownership
44.6%
Avg Commute
45.3 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Median Age
36.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 16 John J Driscoll
What grades does PS 16 John J Driscoll serve?
PS 16 John J Driscoll serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 16 John J Driscoll?
PS 16 John J Driscoll has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 16 John J Driscoll?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 16 John J Driscoll is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 16 John J Driscoll rank in NY?
PS 16 John J Driscoll ranks #3,756 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 16 John J Driscoll's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 16 John J Driscoll has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 PS 16 John J Driscoll?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 16 John J Driscoll has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 16 John J Driscoll a charter school?
No, PS 16 John J Driscoll is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 16 John J Driscoll a Title I school?
No, PS 16 John J Driscoll is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 16 John J Driscoll?
98.1% of students at PS 16 John J Driscoll 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 376
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.0%
- Phone
- (718) 447-0124
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31- District Enrollment
- 60,047
- Schools in District
- 74
- District Rank
- #62 of 74
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