Serving 806 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barbara Esselborn School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). 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 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 806 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 53 Barbara Esselborn School serves a 1.4 square mile area in Staten Island, NY, where most families can typically drive to the school within 5 to 10 minutes. The zone extends approximately 1.3 miles from its furthest edge to the school, with an average distance of 0.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- 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 806 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
806 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Barbara Esselborn School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barbara Esselborn School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#393 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
10%
Hispanic
16%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
50%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbara Esselborn School's ranking?
Barbara Esselborn School is ranked #393 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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?
806 students attend Barbara Esselborn School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Barbara Esselborn School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 16% 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 16:1, 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.
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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