Very Good
#1473 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 31% in state
PS 56 Louis Desario School (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
250 KRAMER AVE, Staten Island, NY 10309
Enrollment
634
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
634
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,473 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#35 of 86
public schools
In district
#33 of 74
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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PS 56 Louis Desario School (the)
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About PS 56 Louis Desario School (the)
PS 56 Louis Desario School (the) is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. PS 56 Louis Desario School (the) serves approximately 634 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 56 Louis Desario School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,473 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 56 Louis Desario School (the) 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 56 Louis Desario School (the) — Students at PS 56 Louis Desario School (the) score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.7%
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: 7.0/10.
How PS 56 Louis Desario School (the) Compares
See how PS 56 Louis Desario School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
250 KRAMER AVE, Staten Island, NY 10309
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 56 Louis Desario School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 5 HUGUENOT (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 3 MARGARET GIOIOSA SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nathan Hale Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Carteret), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KATHLEEN GRIMM SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP Staten Island | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| IS 75 FRANK D PAULO Staten Island | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 4 MAURICE WOLLIN Staten Island | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 3 MARGARET GIOIOSA SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| TOTTENVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 5 HUGUENOT Staten Island | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| PS 36 J C DRUMGOOLE Staten Island | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUTH RICHMOND HIGH SCHOOL IS/PS 25 Staten Island | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Columbus Elementary School Carteret | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| IS 7 ELIAS BERNSTEIN Staten Island | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| GATEWAY SCHOOL Carteret | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 6 CORPORAL ALLAN F KIVLEHAN SCHOOL Staten Island | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| YESHIVA GEDOLAH OF CARTERET INC. Carteret | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Carteret Junior High School Carteret | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Carteret High School Carteret | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Port Reading Avenue Elementary School Port Reading | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Carteret Middle School Carteret | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Nathan Hale Elementary School Carteret | 3.0 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 1 TOTTENVILLE Staten Island | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 42 ELTINGVILLE Staten Island | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10309 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,638
Median Home Value
$745,500
Median Rent
$1,907/mo
Population
34,918
College Educated
39.9%
Homeownership
78.7%
Avg Commute
45.2 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABBEY LANE SCHOOL Levittown, NY | 7.2 |
| ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 7.2 |
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST ENDEAVOR CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.2 |
| AKRON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron, NY | 7.2 |
| ALDEN TERRACE SCHOOL Valley Stream, NY | 7.2 |
| ALTMAR-PARISH-WILLIAMSTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Parish, NY | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 56 Louis Desario School (the)
What grades does PS 56 Louis Desario School (the) serve?
PS 56 Louis Desario School (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 56 Louis Desario School (the)?
PS 56 Louis Desario School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 634 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 56 Louis Desario School (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 56 Louis Desario School (the) is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 56 Louis Desario School (the) rank in NY?
PS 56 Louis Desario School (the) ranks #1,473 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 56 Louis Desario School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
PS 56 Louis Desario School (the) 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 56 Louis Desario School (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 56 Louis Desario School (the) has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 56 Louis Desario School (the) a charter school?
No, PS 56 Louis Desario School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 56 Louis Desario School (the) a Title I school?
No, PS 56 Louis Desario School (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 56 Louis Desario School (the)?
40.7% of students at PS 56 Louis Desario School (the) 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
- 634
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.3%
- Phone
- (718) 605-1189
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31- District Enrollment
- 60,047
- Schools in District
- 74
- District Rank
- #33 of 74
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