Serving 256 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harbor View 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 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Harbor View School serves a 57.8 square mile area in Staten Island, NY, with a typical drive to the school taking about 10 to 15 minutes and an average distance of 6.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 13.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harbor View School's student population of 256 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
256 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Harbor View 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 Harbor View School is 0.68, 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
#2695 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harbor View School's ranking?
Harbor View School is ranked #2695 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Harbor View School often compared to?
Harbor View Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 78, Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Harbor View School?
256 students attend Harbor View School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Harbor View School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harbor View School?
Harbor View School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harbor View School offer ?
Harbor View School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harbor View School part of?
Harbor View School is part of New York City Geographic District #31.
In what neighborhood is Harbor View School located?
Harbor View 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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