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PS 20 Port Richmond
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
161 PARK AVE, Staten Island, NY 10302
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,693 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#84 of 86
public schools
In district
#73 of 74
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
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PS 20 Port Richmond
Elementary School in Staten Island · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 20 Port Richmond
PS 20 Port Richmond is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. PS 20 Port Richmond serves approximately 298 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 20 Port Richmond has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,693 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 20 Port Richmond show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, PS 20 Port Richmond sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
69% of students at PS 20 Port Richmond 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 20 Port Richmond — Students at PS 20 Port Richmond score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.3%
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: 3.2/10.
How PS 20 Port Richmond Compares
See how PS 20 Port Richmond performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
161 PARK AVE, Staten Island, NY 10302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 20 Port Richmond may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEW WORLD PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John M. Bailey Community School (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Bayonne), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 30 WESTERLEIGH (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 19 CURTIS SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| PORT RICHMOND HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 21 MARGARET EMERY-ELM PARK Staten Island | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Henry E. Harris Community School Bayonne | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| PS 18 JOHN G WHITTIER Staten Island | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| PORT RICHMOND SCHOOL FOR VISIONARY LEARNING Staten Island | 1.0 mi | 2.4 |
| NEW WORLD PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Staten Island | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Mary J Donohoe Community School Bayonne | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| IS 27 ANNING S PRALL Staten Island | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| IS 51 EDWIN MARKHAM Staten Island | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 30 WESTERLEIGH Staten Island | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| John M. Bailey Community School Bayonne | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 22 GRANITEVILLE Staten Island | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| PS 44 THOMAS C BROWN Staten Island | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| PS 45 JOHN TYLER Staten Island | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| ST TERESA SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 29 BARDWELL Staten Island | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| RABBI JACOB JOSEPH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Staten Island | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| JEWISH FOUNDATION SCHOOL OF STATEN ISLAND Staten Island | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| BEACON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bayonne | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HARLEM LINK CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 2.6 |
| PS 34 FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT New York, NY | 2.6 |
| PS 46 EDWARD C BLUM Brooklyn, NY | 2.6 |
| PS 57 CRESCENT Bronx, NY | 2.6 |
| PS 93 ALBERT G OLIVER Bronx, NY | 2.6 |
| DIVEN SCHOOL Elmira, NY | 2.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 20 Port Richmond
What grades does PS 20 Port Richmond serve?
PS 20 Port Richmond serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 20 Port Richmond?
PS 20 Port Richmond has an enrollment of approximately 298 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 20 Port Richmond?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 20 Port Richmond is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 20 Port Richmond rank in NY?
PS 20 Port Richmond ranks #4,693 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 20 Port Richmond's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 20 Port Richmond has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 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 20 Port Richmond?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 20 Port Richmond has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 20 Port Richmond a charter school?
No, PS 20 Port Richmond is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 20 Port Richmond a Title I school?
No, PS 20 Port Richmond is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 20 Port Richmond?
95.3% of students at PS 20 Port Richmond 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 298
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.8%
- Phone
- (718) 442-4110
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31- District Enrollment
- 60,047
- Schools in District
- 74
- District Rank
- #73 of 74
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