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#2029 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 43% in state
Based on limited data
Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
45 WAVERLY PL, Staten Island, NY 10304
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 79 schools in Staten Island. Learn more
Enrollment
89
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Enrollment
89
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,029 of 4,742
In Staten Island
#46 of 86
public schools
In district
#42 of 74
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31
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About Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the)
Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the) is a public elementary school in Staten Island, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31. Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the) serves approximately 89 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,029 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 89 students, Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the) is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.9:1 students to teachers, Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
33% of students at Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the) 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the) Compares
See how Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
45 WAVERLY PL, Staten Island, NY 10304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NAPLES STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 35 CLOVE VALLEY SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 65 ACADEMY OF INNOVATIVE LEARNING (THE) (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,506
Median Home Value
$659,900
Median Rent
$1,516/mo
Population
45,843
College Educated
31.4%
Homeownership
49.4%
Avg Commute
42.8 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
39.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the)
What grades does Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the) serve?
Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the) serves students in grades Kindergarten through 1st.
How many students attend Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the)?
Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the) has an enrollment of approximately 89 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the) is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the) rank in NY?
Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the) ranks #2,029 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the) a charter school?
No, Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the) a Title I school?
No, Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (the)?
88.8% of students at Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners (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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 1st
- Enrollment
- 89
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.6%
- Phone
- (929) 560-8040
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31- District Enrollment
- 60,047
- Schools in District
- 74
- District Rank
- #42 of 74
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