Very Good
#882 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 19% in state
PS 23 Richmondtown
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
30 NATICK ST, Staten Island, NY 10306
Enrollment
597
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
597
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#882 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#15 of 86
public schools
In district
#14 of 74
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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PS 23 Richmondtown
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About PS 23 Richmondtown
PS 23 Richmondtown is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. PS 23 Richmondtown serves approximately 597 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 23 Richmondtown has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #882 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 23 Richmondtown show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 23 Richmondtown — Students at PS 23 Richmondtown score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.7%
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: 8.2/10.
How PS 23 Richmondtown Compares
See how PS 23 Richmondtown performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
30 NATICK ST, Staten Island, NY 10306
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 23 Richmondtown may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 50 FRANK HANKINSON (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 8 SHIRLEE SOLOMON (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BARBARA ESSELBORN SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10306 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,746
Median Home Value
$675,400
Median Rent
$1,743/mo
Population
57,249
College Educated
33.6%
Homeownership
71.3%
Avg Commute
44.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
41.9
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| ALBANY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Massapequa, NY | 7.8 |
| CAMPBELL-SAVONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Savona, NY | 7.8 |
| EAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar, NY | 7.8 |
| EMILY WARREN ROEBLING SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 7.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 23 Richmondtown
What grades does PS 23 Richmondtown serve?
PS 23 Richmondtown serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 23 Richmondtown?
PS 23 Richmondtown has an enrollment of approximately 597 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 23 Richmondtown?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 23 Richmondtown is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 23 Richmondtown rank in NY?
PS 23 Richmondtown ranks #882 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 23 Richmondtown's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 23 Richmondtown has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 23 Richmondtown?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 23 Richmondtown has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 23 Richmondtown a charter school?
No, PS 23 Richmondtown is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 23 Richmondtown a Title I school?
No, PS 23 Richmondtown is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 23 Richmondtown?
40.7% of students at PS 23 Richmondtown 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
- 597
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.8%
- Phone
- (718) 351-1155
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31- District Enrollment
- 60,047
- Schools in District
- 74
- District Rank
- #14 of 74
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