Average
#2127 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 45% in state
PS 29 Bardwell
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
1581 VICTORY BLVD, Staten Island, NY 10314
Enrollment
583
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
583
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,127 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#47 of 86
public schools
In district
#43 of 74
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
Equity
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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PS 29 Bardwell
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About PS 29 Bardwell
PS 29 Bardwell is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. PS 29 Bardwell serves approximately 583 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 29 Bardwell has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,127 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 29 Bardwell show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at PS 29 Bardwell 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 29 Bardwell — Students at PS 29 Bardwell score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.5%
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: 6.5/10.
How PS 29 Bardwell Compares
See how PS 29 Bardwell performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1581 VICTORY BLVD, Staten Island, NY 10314
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 29 Bardwell may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NAPLES STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 35 CLOVE VALLEY SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 54 CHARLES W LENG (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| ST TERESA SCHOOL Staten Island | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| MICHAEL J PETRIDES SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| RICHARD H HUNGERFORD SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| BRIDGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Staten Island | 0.7 mi | 1.7 |
| IS 27 ANNING S PRALL Staten Island | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 35 CLOVE VALLEY SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| PS 45 JOHN TYLER Staten Island | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 30 WESTERLEIGH Staten Island | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| SUSAN E WAGNER HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| CHABAD LUBAVITCH OF STATEN ISLAND Staten Island | 1.1 mi | — |
| STATEN ISLAND ACADEMY Staten Island | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 19 CURTIS SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| PS 18 JOHN G WHITTIER Staten Island | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| PS 54 CHARLES W LENG Staten Island | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 48 WILLIAM G WILCOX Staten Island | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| NAPLES STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.5 mi | 9.6 |
| IS 61 WILLIAM A MORRIS Staten Island | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| PS 20 PORT RICHMOND Staten Island | 1.8 mi | 2.6 |
| PORT RICHMOND SCHOOL FOR VISIONARY LEARNING Staten Island | 1.6 mi | 2.4 |
| PS 11 THOMAS DONGAN SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DANSVILLE PRIMARY SCHOOL Dansville, NY | 6.5 |
| EAST QUOGUE SCHOOL East Quogue, NY | 6.5 |
| EAST STREET SCHOOL Hicksville, NY | 6.5 |
| EAST VILLAGE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY | 6.5 |
| FAIRFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa, NY | 6.5 |
| HUTH ROAD SCHOOL Grand Island, NY | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 29 Bardwell
What grades does PS 29 Bardwell serve?
PS 29 Bardwell serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 29 Bardwell?
PS 29 Bardwell has an enrollment of approximately 583 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 29 Bardwell?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 29 Bardwell 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 29 Bardwell rank in NY?
PS 29 Bardwell ranks #2,127 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 29 Bardwell's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 29 Bardwell has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 29 Bardwell?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 29 Bardwell has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 29 Bardwell a charter school?
No, PS 29 Bardwell is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 29 Bardwell a Title I school?
No, PS 29 Bardwell is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 29 Bardwell?
59.5% of students at PS 29 Bardwell 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
- 583
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (718) 556-4400
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31- District Enrollment
- 60,047
- Schools in District
- 74
- District Rank
- #43 of 74
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