Serving 1,072 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 51 Edwin Markham 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 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,072 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: IS 51 Edwin Markham serves a 5.1 square mile attendance zone in Staten Island, NY, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, and the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
I.s. 51 Edwin Markham ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
I.s. 51 Edwin Markham's student population of 1,072 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,072 students
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
School Rankings
I.s. 51 Edwin Markham 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 I.s. 51 Edwin Markham is 0.65, 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
#2625 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
54%
31%
Black
18%
15%
White
17%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I.s. 51 Edwin Markham's ranking?
I.s. 51 Edwin Markham is ranked #2625 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 51 Edwin Markham often compared to?
I.s. 51 Edwin Markhamis often viewed alongside schools like New World Preparatory Charter School, I.s. 7 Elias Bernstein by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 51 Edwin Markham?
1,072 students attend I.s. 51 Edwin Markham.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of I.s. 51 Edwin Markham students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of I.s. 51 Edwin Markham?
I.s. 51 Edwin Markham has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 51 Edwin Markham offer ?
I.s. 51 Edwin Markham offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 51 Edwin Markham part of?
I.s. 51 Edwin Markham is part of New York City Geographic District #31.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 51 Edwin Markham located?
I.s. 51 Edwin Markham 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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