Average
#2201 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 46% in state
PS 36 J C Drumgoole
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
255 IONIA AVE, Staten Island, NY 10312
Enrollment
864
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
864
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,201 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#48 of 86
public schools
In district
#44 of 74
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
Academic performance
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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PS 36 J C Drumgoole
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 36 J C Drumgoole
PS 36 J C Drumgoole is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. PS 36 J C Drumgoole serves approximately 864 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 36 J C Drumgoole has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,201 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 36 J C Drumgoole show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 36 J C Drumgoole — Students at PS 36 J C Drumgoole score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.5%
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: 6.1/10.
How PS 36 J C Drumgoole Compares
See how PS 36 J C Drumgoole performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
255 IONIA AVE, Staten Island, NY 10312
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 36 J C Drumgoole may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 5 HUGUENOT (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 3 MARGARET GIOIOSA SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 8 SHIRLEE SOLOMON (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10312 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,434
Median Home Value
$698,900
Median Rent
$1,911/mo
Population
63,345
College Educated
40.9%
Homeownership
81.6%
Avg Commute
43.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
40.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 36 J C Drumgoole
What grades does PS 36 J C Drumgoole serve?
PS 36 J C Drumgoole serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 36 J C Drumgoole?
PS 36 J C Drumgoole has an enrollment of approximately 864 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 36 J C Drumgoole?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 36 J C Drumgoole 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 36 J C Drumgoole rank in NY?
PS 36 J C Drumgoole ranks #2,201 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 36 J C Drumgoole's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 36 J C Drumgoole has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 36 J C Drumgoole?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 36 J C Drumgoole has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 36 J C Drumgoole a charter school?
No, PS 36 J C Drumgoole is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 36 J C Drumgoole a Title I school?
No, PS 36 J C Drumgoole is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 36 J C Drumgoole?
42.5% of students at PS 36 J C Drumgoole 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
- 864
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.6%
- Phone
- (718) 984-1422
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31- District Enrollment
- 60,047
- Schools in District
- 74
- District Rank
- #44 of 74
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