Excellent
#685 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 14% in state
PS 54 Charles W Leng
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
1060 WILLOWBROOK RD, Staten Island, NY 10314
Enrollment
788
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
788
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#685 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#10 of 86
public schools
In district
#10 of 74
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About PS 54 Charles W Leng
PS 54 Charles W Leng is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. PS 54 Charles W Leng serves approximately 788 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 54 Charles W Leng has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #685 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 54 Charles W Leng show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at PS 54 Charles W Leng 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 54 Charles W Leng — Students at PS 54 Charles W Leng score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.7%
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: 8.9/10.
How PS 54 Charles W Leng Compares
See how PS 54 Charles W Leng performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1060 WILLOWBROOK RD, Staten Island, NY 10314
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 54 Charles W Leng may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEW WORLD PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PS 30 WESTERLEIGH (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HELLENIC CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL - STATEN ISLAND (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10314 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,655
Median Home Value
$665,500
Median Rent
$1,726/mo
Population
93,539
College Educated
37.3%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
41 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
41.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 54 Charles W Leng
What grades does PS 54 Charles W Leng serve?
PS 54 Charles W Leng serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 54 Charles W Leng?
PS 54 Charles W Leng has an enrollment of approximately 788 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 54 Charles W Leng?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 54 Charles W Leng is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 54 Charles W Leng rank in NY?
PS 54 Charles W Leng ranks #685 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 54 Charles W Leng's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 54 Charles W Leng has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 54 Charles W Leng?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 54 Charles W Leng has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 54 Charles W Leng a charter school?
No, PS 54 Charles W Leng is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 54 Charles W Leng a Title I school?
No, PS 54 Charles W Leng is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 54 Charles W Leng?
65.7% of students at PS 54 Charles W Leng 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
- 788
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.3%
- Phone
- (718) 698-0600
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31- District Enrollment
- 60,047
- Schools in District
- 74
- District Rank
- #10 of 74
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