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#883 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 19% in state

Tottenville High School

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31

100 LUTEN AVE, Staten Island, NY 10312

Enrollment

3,797

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

7.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#883 of 4,742

In Staten Island

#16 of 86

public schools

In district

#15 of 74

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Tottenville High School

7.8/10

High School in Staten Island · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Tottenville High School

Tottenville High School is a public high school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. Tottenville High School serves approximately 3,797 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Tottenville High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #883 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Tottenville High School show 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

Tottenville High School is a large school: 3,797 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change+0.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency87% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency91% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency89% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+38.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
College Readiness7.9Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate97%
AP Participation26%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Chronic Absenteeism29.8%

Tottenville High School — Students at Tottenville High School score 89% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 89.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 93.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
93%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
94%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2015
Math
95%
ELA
96%
2016
Math
93%
ELA
97%
2017
Math
92%
ELA
97%
2018
Math
93%
ELA
96%
2019
Math
93%
ELA
96%
2020*
Math
87%
ELA
91%
2021*
Math
87%
ELA
91%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Tottenville High School Compares

See how Tottenville High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
81th percentile in NY
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
6
2 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
242 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
26% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics6sports offered
2 boys'·4 girls'·9 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

100 LUTEN AVE, Staten Island, NY 10312

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tottenville High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PS 5 HUGUENOT (rated 8.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 3 MARGARET GIOIOSA SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, IS 75 FRANK D PAULO (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 5 HUGUENOT Staten Island 0.3 mi 8.5
IS 7 ELIAS BERNSTEIN Staten Island 0.4 mi 7.2
IS 75 FRANK D PAULO Staten Island 1.2 mi 8.0
PS 36 J C DRUMGOOLE Staten Island 1.2 mi 6.4
PS 3 MARGARET GIOIOSA SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island 1.1 mi 8.3
PS 4 MAURICE WOLLIN Staten Island 1.7 mi 7.3
PS 56 LOUIS DESARIO SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island 1.5 mi 7.2
KATHLEEN GRIMM SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP Staten Island 1.7 mi 7.3
PS 55 HENRY M BOEHM Staten Island 1.7 mi 6.2
SOUTH RICHMOND HIGH SCHOOL IS/PS 25 Staten Island 1.9 mi 3.6
PS 42 ELTINGVILLE Staten Island 2.1 mi 7.2
RABBI JACOB JOSEPH SCHOOL FOR BOYS Staten Island 2.3 mi 6.9
PS 6 CORPORAL ALLAN F KIVLEHAN SCHOOL Staten Island 2.3 mi 7.7
PS 8 SHIRLEE SOLOMON Staten Island 2.5 mi 8.0
ST CLARE SCHOOL Staten Island 2.6 mi 4.4
PS 32 GIFFORD SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island 2.9 mi 6.9
IS 24 MYRA S BARNES Staten Island 2.8 mi 7.7
IS 34 TOTTENVILLE Staten Island 3.0 mi 7.8
PS 1 TOTTENVILLE Staten Island 3.0 mi 6.2
Columbus Elementary School Carteret 3.6 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tottenville High School

What grades does Tottenville High School serve?

Tottenville High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Tottenville High School?

Tottenville High School has an enrollment of approximately 3,797 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tottenville High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Tottenville High School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tottenville High School rank in NY?

Tottenville High School ranks #883 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Tottenville High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Tottenville High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Tottenville High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tottenville High School has 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Tottenville High School a charter school?

No, Tottenville High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Tottenville High School a Title I school?

No, Tottenville High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tottenville High School?

55.1% of students at Tottenville High School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
59 Good Transit
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3,797
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
242
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Richmond County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.8%
4-Year Graduation
97.0%

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