Excellent
#430 of 4,739 schools in NY
Top 9% in state
PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
144 KEATING PL, Staten Island, NY 10314
Enrollment
729
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
729
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Staten Island
#14 of 86
public schools
New York elementary schools
#279 of 2,549
In district
#13 of 74
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins
PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. The school serves approximately 729 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 90.9th percentile among NY schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 42% proficiency in math, 6 points below the state average and 63% in reading/language arts, 6 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.0/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $104,655, where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9:1, PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins — Students at PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)
Based on 10 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.0/10.
How PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins Compares
See how PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 44% (2019) to 42% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 47% (2019) to 67% (2021).
Location
144 KEATING PL, Staten Island, NY 10314
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 54 CHARLES W LENG (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is STATEN ISLAND SCHOOL OF CIVIC LEADERSHIP (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SPACE SHUTTLE COLUMBIA SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins has a median household income of $104,655. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $665,500, with a median rent of $1,726/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.1%. The average commute in the area is 41 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| CENTRAL SCHOOL Larchmont, NY | 8.2 |
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| FOX MEADOW SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY | 8.2 |
| GREENVILLE SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY | 8.2 |
| JOSEPH A EDGAR IMTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Rocky Point, NY | 8.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins
What grades does PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins serve?
PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins?
PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins has an enrollment of approximately 729 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins is 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 69 Daniel D Tompkins rank in NY?
PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins is ranked #430 out of 4,739 schools in NY.
What is PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins has a composite rating of 8.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins has 42.4% math proficiency and 63.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins a charter school?
No, PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins a Title I school?
No, PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins?
69.8% of students at PS 69 Daniel D Tompkins qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 729
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 81
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Phone
- (718) 698-6661
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31- District Enrollment
- 60,047
- Schools in District
- 74
- District Rank
- #13 of 74
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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