Serving 181 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School's student population of 181 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
181 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary 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
#3788 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
56%
30%
Black
21%
16%
White
7%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School's ranking?
Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School is ranked #3788 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School often compared to?
Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 16 John J Driscoll, Harbor View School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School?
181 students attend Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School?
Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School offer ?
Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School part of?
Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School located?
Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School 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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