Very Good
#1094 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 23% in state
PS 30 Westerleigh
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
200 WARDWELL AVE, Staten Island, NY 10314
Enrollment
683
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
683
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,094 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#23 of 86
public schools
In district
#22 of 74
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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PS 30 Westerleigh
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 30 Westerleigh
PS 30 Westerleigh is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. PS 30 Westerleigh serves approximately 683 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 30 Westerleigh has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,094 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 30 Westerleigh show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 30 Westerleigh — Students at PS 30 Westerleigh score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.8%
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: 8.1/10.
How PS 30 Westerleigh Compares
See how PS 30 Westerleigh performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
200 WARDWELL AVE, Staten Island, NY 10314
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 30 Westerleigh may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 54 CHARLES W LENG (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is NEW WORLD PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, JEWISH FOUNDATION SCHOOL OF STATEN ISLAND (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PORT RICHMOND SCHOOL FOR VISIONARY LEARNING Staten Island | 0.7 mi | 2.4 |
| IS 51 EDWIN MARKHAM Staten Island | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 19 CURTIS SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| ST TERESA SCHOOL Staten Island | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 54 CHARLES W LENG Staten Island | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| CHABAD LUBAVITCH OF STATEN ISLAND Staten Island | 1.2 mi | — |
| PS 29 BARDWELL Staten Island | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 21 MARGARET EMERY-ELM PARK Staten Island | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| NEW WORLD PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| RABBI JACOB JOSEPH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Staten Island | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| JEWISH FOUNDATION SCHOOL OF STATEN ISLAND Staten Island | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| IS 27 ANNING S PRALL Staten Island | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 20 PORT RICHMOND Staten Island | 1.3 mi | 2.6 |
| PORT RICHMOND HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 22 GRANITEVILLE Staten Island | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| SUSAN E WAGNER HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 18 JOHN G WHITTIER Staten Island | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| PS 44 THOMAS C BROWN Staten Island | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| PS 45 JOHN TYLER Staten Island | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| MICHAEL J PETRIDES SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
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 |
|---|---|
| A F PALMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL / WINDSOR CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Windsor, NY | 7.6 |
| BABYLON MEMORIAL GRADE SCHOOL Babylon, NY | 7.6 |
| DAVID N DINKINS SCHOOL Jamaica, NY | 7.6 |
| GLOBAL COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.6 |
| HELEN M MARSHALL SCHOOL Corona, NY | 7.6 |
| LEDGEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clarence, NY | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 30 Westerleigh
What grades does PS 30 Westerleigh serve?
PS 30 Westerleigh serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 30 Westerleigh?
PS 30 Westerleigh has an enrollment of approximately 683 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 30 Westerleigh?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 30 Westerleigh is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 30 Westerleigh rank in NY?
PS 30 Westerleigh ranks #1,094 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 30 Westerleigh's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 30 Westerleigh has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 30 Westerleigh?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 30 Westerleigh has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 30 Westerleigh a charter school?
No, PS 30 Westerleigh is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 30 Westerleigh a Title I school?
No, PS 30 Westerleigh is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 30 Westerleigh?
39.8% of students at PS 30 Westerleigh 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
- 683
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.0%
- Phone
- (718) 442-0462
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31- District Enrollment
- 60,047
- Schools in District
- 74
- District Rank
- #22 of 74
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