Serving 803 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barbara Esselborn School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 803 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barbara Esselborn School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Barbara Esselborn School's student population of 803 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
803 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Barbara Esselborn School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barbara Esselborn School is 0.63, 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
#644 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
10%
Hispanic
15%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
52%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbara Esselborn School's ranking?
Barbara Esselborn School is ranked #644 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Barbara Esselborn School often compared to?
Barbara Esselborn Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 50 Frank Hankinson by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Barbara Esselborn School?
803 students attend Barbara Esselborn School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Barbara Esselborn School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barbara Esselborn School?
Barbara Esselborn School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Barbara Esselborn School offer ?
Barbara Esselborn School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barbara Esselborn School part of?
Barbara Esselborn School is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is Barbara Esselborn School located?
Barbara Esselborn School is located in the Bay Terrace neighborhood of Staten Island, NY.
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