Port Richmond High School

85 St Josephs Ave
Staten Island, NY 10302
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 1,604 students in grades 9-12, Port Richmond High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,604 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 85%
  • : 75% (Btm 50% in NY)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 75% (Top 30%)
  • : 85% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Port Richmond High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

School Overview

Port Richmond High School's student population of 1,604 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,604 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
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School Rankings

Port Richmond High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Port Richmond High School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NY)
#714 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
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75%
55%
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85%
62%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
6%
10%
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Hispanic
51%
29%
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Black
24%
16%
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White
15%
41%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.66
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75%
85%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
51%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Port Richmond High School's ranking?
Port Richmond High School is ranked #714 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Port Richmond High School often compared to?
Port Richmond High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Susan E Wagner High School, Curtis High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Port Richmond High School?
The graduation rate of Port Richmond High School is 75%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Port Richmond High School?
1,604 students attend Port Richmond High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Port Richmond High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Port Richmond High School?
Port Richmond High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Port Richmond High School offer ?
Port Richmond High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Port Richmond High School part of?
Port Richmond High School is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.

School Reviews

5   11/28/2014
This school is Staten Island's best kept secret! My daughter is now a sophmore. Teachers & Leadership are fabulous. Staff goes out of the way to help students achieve their academic goals. The principal, Timothy Gannon, sets the positive tone of communications with families, genuine caring for the students, responsibility and action. My daughter had been bullied in the past, and other schools let it grow till it became problematic. At Port, they get involved as soon as they hear about something and shut it down! My daughter is a special education student who is excelling for the first time in her life under Port Richmond's staff guidance and support. A truly committed team, happy students, and proud families! Go Raiders!!!
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,604 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 85%
  • : 75% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 75% (Top 30%)
  • : 85% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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