Serving 473 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ps 39 Francis J Murphy Jr ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 39 Francis J Murphy Jr ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Ps 39 Francis J Murphy Jr's student population of 473 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 39 Francis J Murphy Jr ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 39 Francis J Murphy Jr is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1779 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
10%
Hispanic
26%
29%
Black
8%
16%
White
39%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 39 Francis J Murphy Jr's ranking?
Ps 39 Francis J Murphy Jr is ranked #1779 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 39 Francis J Murphy Jr often compared to?
Ps 39 Francis J Murphy Jris often viewed alongside schools like Ps 46 Albert V Maniscalco, Ps 13 M L Lindemeyer by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 39 Francis J Murphy Jr?
473 students attend Ps 39 Francis J Murphy Jr.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Ps 39 Francis J Murphy Jr students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 39 Francis J Murphy Jr?
Ps 39 Francis J Murphy Jr has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 39 Francis J Murphy Jr offer ?
Ps 39 Francis J Murphy Jr offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 39 Francis J Murphy Jr part of?
Ps 39 Francis J Murphy Jr is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 39 Francis J Murphy Jr located?
Ps 39 Francis J Murphy Jr is located in the Arrochar neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Arrochar.
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