Very Good
#1472 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 31% in state
PS 42 Eltingville
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
380 GENESEE AVE, Staten Island, NY 10312
Enrollment
1,002
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,002
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,472 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#34 of 86
public schools
In district
#32 of 74
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
Academic performance
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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PS 42 Eltingville
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 42 Eltingville
PS 42 Eltingville is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. PS 42 Eltingville serves approximately 1,002 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 42 Eltingville has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,472 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 42 Eltingville show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 42 Eltingville — Students at PS 42 Eltingville score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.9%
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: 7.5/10.
How PS 42 Eltingville Compares
See how PS 42 Eltingville performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
380 GENESEE AVE, Staten Island, NY 10312
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 42 Eltingville may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 5 HUGUENOT (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 8 SHIRLEE SOLOMON (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BARBARA ESSELBORN SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RABBI JACOB JOSEPH SCHOOL FOR BOYS Staten Island | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 32 GIFFORD SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 36 J C DRUMGOOLE Staten Island | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 55 HENRY M BOEHM Staten Island | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 8 SHIRLEE SOLOMON Staten Island | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| ST CLARE SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| DAVID MARQUIS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (THE) Staten Island | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| IS 24 MYRA S BARNES Staten Island | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 4 MAURICE WOLLIN Staten Island | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 5 HUGUENOT Staten Island | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| IS 75 FRANK D PAULO Staten Island | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| MARSH AVENUE SCHOOL FOR EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING Staten Island | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| CSI HIGH SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Staten Island | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| GAYNOR MCCOWN EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING SCHOOL Staten Island | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| SPACE SHUTTLE COLUMBIA SCHOOL Staten Island | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| BARBARA ESSELBORN SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| IS 7 ELIAS BERNSTEIN Staten Island | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| TOTTENVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY Staten Island | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 69 DANIEL D TOMPKINS Staten Island | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood 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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| ABBEY LANE SCHOOL Levittown, NY | 7.2 |
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST ENDEAVOR CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.2 |
| COUNTRYWOOD PRIMARY CENTER Huntington Station, NY | 7.2 |
| DUTCH BROADWAY SCHOOL Elmont, NY | 7.2 |
| KIPP NYC WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.2 |
| MOUNT SINAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Sinai, NY | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 42 Eltingville
What grades does PS 42 Eltingville serve?
PS 42 Eltingville serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 42 Eltingville?
PS 42 Eltingville has an enrollment of approximately 1,002 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 42 Eltingville?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 42 Eltingville is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 42 Eltingville rank in NY?
PS 42 Eltingville ranks #1,472 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 42 Eltingville's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 42 Eltingville has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 42 Eltingville?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 42 Eltingville has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 42 Eltingville a charter school?
No, PS 42 Eltingville is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 42 Eltingville a Title I school?
No, PS 42 Eltingville is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 42 Eltingville?
47.9% of students at PS 42 Eltingville 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
- 1,002
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.9%
- Phone
- (718) 984-3800
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31- District Enrollment
- 60,047
- Schools in District
- 74
- District Rank
- #32 of 74
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