Excellent
#312 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 7% in state
PS 5 Huguenot
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
348 DEISIUS ST, Staten Island, NY 10312
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#312 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#2 of 86
public schools
In district
#2 of 74
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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PS 5 Huguenot
Elementary School in Staten Island · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 5 Huguenot
PS 5 Huguenot is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. PS 5 Huguenot serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 5 Huguenot has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #312 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 5 Huguenot show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 5 Huguenot — Students at PS 5 Huguenot score 88% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.3%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How PS 5 Huguenot Compares
See how PS 5 Huguenot performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
348 DEISIUS ST, Staten Island, NY 10312
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 5 Huguenot may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 3 MARGARET GIOIOSA SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PS 8 SHIRLEE SOLOMON (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 6 CORPORAL ALLAN F KIVLEHAN SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TOTTENVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| IS 7 ELIAS BERNSTEIN Staten Island | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 36 J C DRUMGOOLE Staten Island | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| IS 75 FRANK D PAULO Staten Island | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 4 MAURICE WOLLIN Staten Island | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 55 HENRY M BOEHM Staten Island | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 3 MARGARET GIOIOSA SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 42 ELTINGVILLE Staten Island | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 56 LOUIS DESARIO SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| KATHLEEN GRIMM SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP Staten Island | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| RABBI JACOB JOSEPH SCHOOL FOR BOYS Staten Island | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| SOUTH RICHMOND HIGH SCHOOL IS/PS 25 Staten Island | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| PS 8 SHIRLEE SOLOMON Staten Island | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| ST CLARE SCHOOL Staten Island | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
| PS 32 GIFFORD SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| IS 24 MYRA S BARNES Staten Island | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 6 CORPORAL ALLAN F KIVLEHAN SCHOOL Staten Island | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| DAVID MARQUIS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (THE) Staten Island | 3.0 mi | 4.5 |
| BARBARA ESSELBORN SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 3.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Columbus Elementary School Carteret | 3.5 mi | 7.1 |
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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|---|---|
| GLENDAAL SCHOOL Scotia, NY | 8.5 |
| GLENMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glenmont, NY | 8.5 |
| GLENWOOD LANDING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Head, NY | 8.5 |
| MEADOW POND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Katonah, NY | 8.5 |
| MILTON FEIN SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 8.5 |
| PRIMARY EDUCATION CENTER Youngstown, NY | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 5 Huguenot
What grades does PS 5 Huguenot serve?
PS 5 Huguenot serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 5 Huguenot?
PS 5 Huguenot has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 5 Huguenot?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 5 Huguenot is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 5 Huguenot rank in NY?
PS 5 Huguenot ranks #312 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 5 Huguenot's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 5 Huguenot 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 5 Huguenot?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 5 Huguenot has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 5 Huguenot a charter school?
No, PS 5 Huguenot is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 5 Huguenot a Title I school?
No, PS 5 Huguenot is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 5 Huguenot?
24.3% of students at PS 5 Huguenot 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 309
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.6%
- Phone
- (718) 668-3270
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31- District Enrollment
- 60,047
- Schools in District
- 74
- District Rank
- #2 of 74
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