Needs Improvement
#4424 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 19 Curtis School (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
780 POST AVE, Staten Island, NY 10310
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,424 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#79 of 86
public schools
In district
#69 of 74
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
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About PS 19 Curtis School (the)
PS 19 Curtis School (the) is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. PS 19 Curtis School (the) serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 19 Curtis School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,424 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 19 Curtis School (the) show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% 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
55% of students at PS 19 Curtis School (the) 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 19 Curtis School (the) — Students at PS 19 Curtis School (the) score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.4%
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: 2.6/10.
How PS 19 Curtis School (the) Compares
See how PS 19 Curtis School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
780 POST AVE, Staten Island, NY 10310
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 19 Curtis School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEW WORLD PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John M. Bailey Community School (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Bayonne), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 30 WESTERLEIGH (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood 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
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| COMMACK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip, NY | 3.6 |
| ENTERPRISE CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 3.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 19 Curtis School (the)
What grades does PS 19 Curtis School (the) serve?
PS 19 Curtis School (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 19 Curtis School (the)?
PS 19 Curtis School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 19 Curtis School (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 19 Curtis School (the) is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 19 Curtis School (the) rank in NY?
PS 19 Curtis School (the) ranks #4,424 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 19 Curtis School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
PS 19 Curtis School (the) 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 19 Curtis School (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 19 Curtis School (the) has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 19 Curtis School (the) a charter school?
No, PS 19 Curtis School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 19 Curtis School (the) a Title I school?
No, PS 19 Curtis School (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 19 Curtis School (the)?
92.4% of students at PS 19 Curtis School (the) 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
- 433
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.4%
- Phone
- (718) 442-3860
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31- District Enrollment
- 60,047
- Schools in District
- 74
- District Rank
- #69 of 74
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