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#1768 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 37% in state
PS 48 William G Wilcox
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
1050 TARGEE ST, Staten Island, NY 10304
Enrollment
988
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
988
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,768 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#40 of 86
public schools
In district
#37 of 74
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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PS 48 William G Wilcox
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About PS 48 William G Wilcox
PS 48 William G Wilcox is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. PS 48 William G Wilcox serves approximately 988 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 48 William G Wilcox has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,768 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 48 William G Wilcox show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 48 William G Wilcox — Students at PS 48 William G Wilcox score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 39 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: 6.5/10.
How PS 48 William G Wilcox Compares
See how PS 48 William G Wilcox performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1050 TARGEE ST, Staten Island, NY 10304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 48 William G Wilcox may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NAPLES STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 35 CLOVE VALLEY SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 52 JOHN C THOMPSON (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,506
Median Home Value
$659,900
Median Rent
$1,516/mo
Population
45,843
College Educated
31.4%
Homeownership
49.4%
Avg Commute
42.8 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
39.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 48 William G Wilcox
What grades does PS 48 William G Wilcox serve?
PS 48 William G Wilcox serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend PS 48 William G Wilcox?
PS 48 William G Wilcox has an enrollment of approximately 988 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 48 William G Wilcox?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 48 William G Wilcox is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 48 William G Wilcox rank in NY?
PS 48 William G Wilcox ranks #1,768 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 48 William G Wilcox's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 48 William G Wilcox has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 48 William G Wilcox?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 48 William G Wilcox has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 48 William G Wilcox a charter school?
No, PS 48 William G Wilcox is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 48 William G Wilcox a Title I school?
No, PS 48 William G Wilcox is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 48 William G Wilcox?
51.2% of students at PS 48 William G Wilcox 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 988
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.9%
- Phone
- (718) 447-8323
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31- District Enrollment
- 60,047
- Schools in District
- 74
- District Rank
- #37 of 74
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