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PS 31 William T Davis
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
55 LAYTON AVE, Staten Island, NY 10301
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,677 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#83 of 86
public schools
In district
#72 of 74
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
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PS 31 William T Davis
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About PS 31 William T Davis
PS 31 William T Davis is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. PS 31 William T Davis serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 31 William T Davis has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,677 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 31 William T Davis show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
65% of students at PS 31 William T Davis 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 31 William T Davis — Students at PS 31 William T Davis score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.6%
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: 3.2/10.
How PS 31 William T Davis Compares
See how PS 31 William T Davis performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
55 LAYTON AVE, Staten Island, NY 10301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 31 William T Davis may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 65 ACADEMY OF INNOVATIVE LEARNING (THE) (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARBOR VIEW SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WAVERLY ACADEMY OF EMPOWERED LEARNERS (THE) (rated 6.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,937
Median Home Value
$657,000
Median Rent
$1,697/mo
Population
39,799
College Educated
38.2%
Homeownership
44.6%
Avg Commute
45.3 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Median Age
36.7
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|---|---|
| DIVEN SCHOOL Elmira, NY | 2.7 |
| DR MARTIN LUTHER KING SCHOOL JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady, NY | 2.7 |
| MCKINLEY-BRIGHTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 2.7 |
| OUR WORLD NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL 2 Howard Beach, NY | 2.7 |
| PAIGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady, NY | 2.7 |
| PARK TERRACE SCHOOL Gloversville, NY | 2.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 31 William T Davis
What grades does PS 31 William T Davis serve?
PS 31 William T Davis serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 31 William T Davis?
PS 31 William T Davis has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 31 William T Davis?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 31 William T Davis is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 31 William T Davis rank in NY?
PS 31 William T Davis ranks #4,677 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 31 William T Davis's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 31 William T Davis has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 31 William T Davis?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 31 William T Davis has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 31 William T Davis a charter school?
No, PS 31 William T Davis is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 31 William T Davis a Title I school?
No, PS 31 William T Davis is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 31 William T Davis?
97.6% of students at PS 31 William T Davis 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
- 336
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.2%
- Phone
- (718) 273-3500
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31- District Enrollment
- 60,047
- Schools in District
- 74
- District Rank
- #72 of 74
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