Excellent
#372 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 8% in state
PS 50 Frank Hankinson
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
200 ADELAIDE AVE, Staten Island, NY 10306
Enrollment
715
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
715
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#372 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#6 of 86
public schools
In district
#6 of 74
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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PS 50 Frank Hankinson
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 50 Frank Hankinson
PS 50 Frank Hankinson is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. PS 50 Frank Hankinson serves approximately 715 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 50 Frank Hankinson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #372 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 50 Frank Hankinson show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 50 Frank Hankinson — Students at PS 50 Frank Hankinson score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.5%
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
→ 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: 9.3/10.
How PS 50 Frank Hankinson Compares
See how PS 50 Frank Hankinson 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
200 ADELAIDE AVE, Staten Island, NY 10306
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 50 Frank Hankinson may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 8 SHIRLEE SOLOMON (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is PS 23 RICHMONDTOWN (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BARBARA ESSELBORN SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MSGR FARRELL HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| STATEN ISLAND TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| PS 23 RICHMONDTOWN Staten Island | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| NEW DORP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Staten Island | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| BARBARA ESSELBORN SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY Staten Island | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| NEW DORP HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| STEPHANIE A VIERNO SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| IS 24 MYRA S BARNES Staten Island | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| DAVID MARQUIS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (THE) Staten Island | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 38 GEORGE CROMWELL Staten Island | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| IS 2 GEORGE L EGBERT Staten Island | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| ST CLARE SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| PS 32 GIFFORD SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 8 SHIRLEE SOLOMON Staten Island | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| RABBI JACOB JOSEPH SCHOOL FOR BOYS Staten Island | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| SUSAN E WAGNER HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| STATEN ISLAND ACADEMY Staten Island | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| GAYNOR MCCOWN EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING SCHOOL Staten Island | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| CSI HIGH SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Staten Island | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
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
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROOKLYN SCHOOL OF INQUIRY Brooklyn, NY | 8.4 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mohegan Lake, NY | 8.4 |
| HARBOR HILL SCHOOL Greenvale, NY | 8.4 |
| HEWITT SCHOOL Rockville Centre, NY | 8.4 |
| LEEP DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.4 |
| MICHAEL F STOKES SCHOOL Levittown, NY | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 50 Frank Hankinson
What grades does PS 50 Frank Hankinson serve?
PS 50 Frank Hankinson serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 50 Frank Hankinson?
PS 50 Frank Hankinson has an enrollment of approximately 715 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 50 Frank Hankinson?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 50 Frank Hankinson is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 50 Frank Hankinson rank in NY?
PS 50 Frank Hankinson ranks #372 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 50 Frank Hankinson's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 50 Frank Hankinson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 50 Frank Hankinson?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 50 Frank Hankinson has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 50 Frank Hankinson a charter school?
No, PS 50 Frank Hankinson is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 50 Frank Hankinson a Title I school?
No, PS 50 Frank Hankinson is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 50 Frank Hankinson?
54.5% of students at PS 50 Frank Hankinson 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
- 715
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.9%
- Phone
- (718) 987-0396
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31- District Enrollment
- 60,047
- Schools in District
- 74
- District Rank
- #6 of 74
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