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PS 18 John G Whittier
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
221 BROADWAY, Staten Island, NY 10310
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,423 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#78 of 86
public schools
In district
#68 of 74
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
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PS 18 John G Whittier
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 18 John G Whittier
PS 18 John G Whittier is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. PS 18 John G Whittier serves approximately 340 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 18 John G Whittier has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,423 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 18 John G Whittier show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
71% of students at PS 18 John G Whittier 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 18 John G Whittier — Students at PS 18 John G Whittier score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.4%
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: 4.6/10.
How PS 18 John G Whittier Compares
See how PS 18 John G Whittier performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
221 BROADWAY, Staten Island, NY 10310
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 18 John G Whittier may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John M. Bailey Community School (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Bayonne), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 30 WESTERLEIGH (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 21 MARGARET EMERY-ELM PARK (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 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IS 27 ANNING S PRALL Staten Island | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 19 CURTIS SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| PS 45 JOHN TYLER Staten Island | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 20 PORT RICHMOND Staten Island | 0.8 mi | 2.6 |
| CHILDRENS HARBOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Staten Island | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST PETERS BOYS HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Mary J Donohoe Community School Bayonne | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| IS 61 WILLIAM A MORRIS Staten Island | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Henry E. Harris Community School Bayonne | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| PS 373 Staten Island | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| PS 29 BARDWELL Staten Island | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| ST TERESA SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| John M. Bailey Community School Bayonne | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| BEACON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bayonne | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| PS 30 WESTERLEIGH Staten Island | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| PORT RICHMOND HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Nicholas Oresko Community School Bayonne | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| PORT RICHMOND SCHOOL FOR VISIONARY LEARNING Staten Island | 1.6 mi | 2.4 |
| PS 21 MARGARET EMERY-ELM PARK Staten Island | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10310 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,118
Median Home Value
$623,300
Median Rent
$1,638/mo
Population
25,824
College Educated
30.8%
Homeownership
56.5%
Avg Commute
37.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
36
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CASEY PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Auburn, NY | 3.6 |
| COMMACK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip, NY | 3.6 |
| COXSACKIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coxsackie, NY | 3.6 |
| ENTERPRISE CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 3.6 |
| FABIUS-POMPEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fabius, NY | 3.6 |
| HAMILTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady, NY | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 18 John G Whittier
What grades does PS 18 John G Whittier serve?
PS 18 John G Whittier serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 18 John G Whittier?
PS 18 John G Whittier has an enrollment of approximately 340 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 18 John G Whittier?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 18 John G Whittier is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 18 John G Whittier rank in NY?
PS 18 John G Whittier ranks #4,423 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 18 John G Whittier's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 18 John G Whittier has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 PS 18 John G Whittier?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 18 John G Whittier has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 18 John G Whittier a charter school?
No, PS 18 John G Whittier is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 18 John G Whittier a Title I school?
No, PS 18 John G Whittier is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 18 John G Whittier?
94.4% of students at PS 18 John G Whittier 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
- 340
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.9%
- Phone
- (718) 442-0216
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31- District Enrollment
- 60,047
- Schools in District
- 74
- District Rank
- #68 of 74
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