Below Average
#3904 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 38 George Cromwell
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
421 LINCOLN AVE, Staten Island, NY 10306
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,904 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#71 of 86
public schools
In district
#65 of 74
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
Equity
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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PS 38 George Cromwell
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 38 George Cromwell
PS 38 George Cromwell is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. PS 38 George Cromwell serves approximately 348 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 38 George Cromwell has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,904 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 38 George Cromwell show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at PS 38 George Cromwell 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 38 George Cromwell — Students at PS 38 George Cromwell score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.9%
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: 2.6/10.
How PS 38 George Cromwell Compares
See how PS 38 George Cromwell performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
421 LINCOLN AVE, Staten Island, NY 10306
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 38 George Cromwell may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NAPLES STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 50 FRANK HANKINSON (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 52 JOHN C THOMPSON (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IS 2 GEORGE L EGBERT Staten Island | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| NEW DORP HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| STEPHANIE A VIERNO SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 52 JOHN C THOMPSON Staten Island | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| NEW DORP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Staten Island | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| STATEN ISLAND HEBREW PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Staten Island | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| PS 11 THOMAS DONGAN SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| ST ANN SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| STATEN ISLAND TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| SOUTH BEACH PSYCHIATRIC CENTER Staten Island | 1.2 mi | — |
| STATEN ISLAND ACADEMY Staten Island | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| ACADEMY OF ST DOROTHY Staten Island | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| PS 46 ALBERT V MANISCALCO Staten Island | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| MSGR FARRELL HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| NAPLES STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Staten Island | 2.0 mi | 9.6 |
| PS 50 FRANK HANKINSON Staten Island | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| PS 48 WILLIAM G WILCOX Staten Island | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 23 RICHMONDTOWN Staten Island | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| SUSAN E WAGNER HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10306 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,746
Median Home Value
$675,400
Median Rent
$1,743/mo
Population
57,249
College Educated
33.6%
Homeownership
71.3%
Avg Commute
44.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
41.9
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| BRONX DELTA SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.5 |
| BYRON-BERGEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bergen, NY | 4.5 |
| C GRANT GRIMSHAW SCHOOL Lafayette, NY | 4.5 |
| CORINTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Corinth, NY | 4.5 |
| DRYDEN STREET SCHOOL Westbury, NY | 4.5 |
| FITZHUGH PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oswego, NY | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 38 George Cromwell
What grades does PS 38 George Cromwell serve?
PS 38 George Cromwell serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 38 George Cromwell?
PS 38 George Cromwell has an enrollment of approximately 348 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 38 George Cromwell?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 38 George Cromwell is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 38 George Cromwell rank in NY?
PS 38 George Cromwell ranks #3,904 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 38 George Cromwell's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 38 George Cromwell has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 38 George Cromwell?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 38 George Cromwell has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 38 George Cromwell a charter school?
No, PS 38 George Cromwell is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 38 George Cromwell a Title I school?
No, PS 38 George Cromwell is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 38 George Cromwell?
77.9% of students at PS 38 George Cromwell 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
- 348
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (718) 351-1225
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31- District Enrollment
- 60,047
- Schools in District
- 74
- District Rank
- #65 of 74
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