Excellent
#313 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 7% in state
PS 26 Carteret School (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
4108 VICTORY BLVD, Staten Island, NY 10314
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#313 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#3 of 86
public schools
In district
#3 of 74
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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PS 26 Carteret School (the)
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 26 Carteret School (the)
PS 26 Carteret School (the) is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. PS 26 Carteret School (the) serves approximately 267 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 26 Carteret School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #313 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 26 Carteret School (the) show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 26 Carteret School (the) — Students at PS 26 Carteret School (the) score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.3%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.1/10.
How PS 26 Carteret School (the) Compares
See how PS 26 Carteret School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4108 VICTORY BLVD, Staten Island, NY 10314
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 26 Carteret School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nathan Hale Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Carteret), with a comparable rating. Another option is HELLENIC CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL - STATEN ISLAND (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Columbus Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Carteret), a more accessible option. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10314 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,655
Median Home Value
$665,500
Median Rent
$1,726/mo
Population
93,539
College Educated
37.3%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
41 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
41.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 26 Carteret School (the)
What grades does PS 26 Carteret School (the) serve?
PS 26 Carteret School (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 26 Carteret School (the)?
PS 26 Carteret School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 26 Carteret School (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 26 Carteret School (the) is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 26 Carteret School (the) rank in NY?
PS 26 Carteret School (the) ranks #313 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 26 Carteret School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
PS 26 Carteret School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 26 Carteret School (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 26 Carteret School (the) has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 26 Carteret School (the) a charter school?
No, PS 26 Carteret School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 26 Carteret School (the) a Title I school?
No, PS 26 Carteret School (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 26 Carteret School (the)?
60.3% of students at PS 26 Carteret 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
- 267
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.1%
- Phone
- (718) 698-1530
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31- District Enrollment
- 60,047
- Schools in District
- 74
- District Rank
- #3 of 74
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