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#314 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 7% in state

PS 35 Clove Valley School (the)

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31

60 FOOTE AVE, Staten Island, NY 10301

Enrollment

394

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#314 of 4,742

In Staten Island

#4 of 86

public schools

In district

#4 of 74

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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PS 35 Clove Valley School (the)

8.5/10

Elementary School in Staten Island · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.4/10

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4.4/10

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About PS 35 Clove Valley School (the)

PS 35 Clove Valley School (the) is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. PS 35 Clove Valley School (the) serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 35 Clove Valley School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #314 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 35 Clove Valley School (the) show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.2
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change+0.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency79.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency86.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency83% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+27.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Chronic Absenteeism18.5%

PS 35 Clove Valley School (the) — Students at PS 35 Clove Valley School (the) score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 79.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 73.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
84%
ELA
83%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
79.4%
ELA
86.7%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.

How PS 35 Clove Valley School (the) Compares

See how PS 35 Clove Valley School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
93th percentile in NY
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

Location

60 FOOTE AVE, Staten Island, NY 10301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 35 Clove Valley School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NAPLES STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 48 WILLIAM G WILCOX (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, WAVERLY ACADEMY OF EMPOWERED LEARNERS (THE) (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
MICHAEL J PETRIDES SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island 0.4 mi 5.4
RICHARD H HUNGERFORD SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island 0.4 mi 4.4
BRIDGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Staten Island 0.4 mi 1.7
CONCORD HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island 0.7 mi 5.9
PS 48 WILLIAM G WILCOX Staten Island 0.8 mi 6.9
NAPLES STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Staten Island 0.9 mi 9.6
WAVERLY ACADEMY OF EMPOWERED LEARNERS (THE) Staten Island 0.9 mi 6.6
YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP OF STATEN ISLAND Staten Island 0.9 mi 7.3
PS 57 HUBERT H HUMPHREY Staten Island 0.8 mi 4.6
PS 29 BARDWELL Staten Island 0.9 mi 6.5
PS 45 JOHN TYLER Staten Island 1.1 mi 6.0
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island 1.1 mi 5.1
ST TERESA SCHOOL Staten Island 1.0 mi 5.4
EAGLE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG MEN OF STATEN ISLAND (THE) Staten Island 1.1 mi 5.7
IS 49 BERTA A DREYFUS Staten Island 1.1 mi 4.6
ACADEMY OF ST DOROTHY Staten Island 1.3 mi 5.1
STATEN ISLAND ACADEMY Staten Island 1.4 mi 7.5
IS 61 WILLIAM A MORRIS Staten Island 1.5 mi 5.2
OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL Staten Island 1.4 mi 4.7
ST ANN SCHOOL Staten Island 1.6 mi 4.9

Neighborhood 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 35 Clove Valley School (the)

What grades does PS 35 Clove Valley School (the) serve?

PS 35 Clove Valley School (the) serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend PS 35 Clove Valley School (the)?

PS 35 Clove Valley School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 35 Clove Valley School (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 35 Clove Valley School (the) is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 35 Clove Valley School (the) rank in NY?

PS 35 Clove Valley School (the) ranks #314 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 35 Clove Valley School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

PS 35 Clove Valley 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 35 Clove Valley School (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 35 Clove Valley School (the) has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 35 Clove Valley School (the) a charter school?

No, PS 35 Clove Valley School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 35 Clove Valley School (the) a Title I school?

No, PS 35 Clove Valley School (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 35 Clove Valley School (the)?

38.8% of students at PS 35 Clove Valley 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
63 Good Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Richmond County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

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