Average
#2027 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 43% in state
PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
168 HOOKER PL, Staten Island, NY 10302
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,027 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#44 of 86
public schools
In district
#40 of 74
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
Equity
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park
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 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park
PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park serves approximately 393 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,027 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park 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 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park — Students at PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 7.2/10.
How PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park Compares
See how PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
168 HOOKER PL, Staten Island, NY 10302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEW WORLD PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 30 WESTERLEIGH (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HELLENIC CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL - STATEN ISLAND (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood 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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| ALBANY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Utica, NY | 6.6 |
| ALFRED-ALMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Almond, NY | 6.6 |
| ARCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.6 |
| BIG FLATS SCHOOL Big Flats, NY | 6.6 |
| CENTRAL BOULEVARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bethpage, NY | 6.6 |
| CHRISTOPHER AVENUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park
What grades does PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park serve?
PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park?
PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park has an enrollment of approximately 393 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park rank in NY?
PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park ranks #2,027 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park a charter school?
No, PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park a Title I school?
No, PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park?
87.5% of students at PS 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park 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
- 393
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.6%
- Phone
- (718) 816-3300
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31- District Enrollment
- 60,047
- Schools in District
- 74
- District Rank
- #40 of 74
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