The Rocco Laurie Intermediate School refers to New York City Intermediate School 72 in Staten Island, New York. It is a Title I school. It is located at 33 Ferndale Avenue in Heartland Village, Staten Island. Heartland Village is part of New Springville, Staten Island. The school was named after P.O.
Serving 1,532 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,532 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: IS 72 Rocco Laurie serves a 10.9 square mile attendance zone in Staten Island, NY, with typical drive times of 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of about 2 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending up to 3.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie's student population of 1,532 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,532 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1975
School Rankings
I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie is 0.71, 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
#1251 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
31%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie's ranking?
I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie is ranked #1251 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie often compared to?
I.s. 72 Rocco Laurieis often viewed alongside schools like Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie?
1,532 students attend I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie?
I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie offer ?
I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie part of?
I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie is part of New York City Geographic District #31.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie located?
I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie is located in the New Springville neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 5 other public schools located in New Springville.
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