Serving 698 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 30 Westerleigh ranks in the top 30% 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 64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 30 Westerleigh ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ps 30 Westerleigh's student population of 698 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
698 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 30 Westerleigh ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 30 Westerleigh is 0.64, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1165 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
26%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
53%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 30 Westerleigh's ranking?
Ps 30 Westerleigh is ranked #1165 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 30 Westerleigh often compared to?
Ps 30 Westerleighis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 5 Huguenot, Ps 29 Bardwell by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 30 Westerleigh?
698 students attend Ps 30 Westerleigh.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Ps 30 Westerleigh students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 30 Westerleigh?
Ps 30 Westerleigh has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 30 Westerleigh offer ?
Ps 30 Westerleigh offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 30 Westerleigh part of?
Ps 30 Westerleigh is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 30 Westerleigh located?
Ps 30 Westerleigh is located in the Mid Island neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 14 other public schools located in Mid Island.
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