Serving 461 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 1 Tottenville 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 1 Tottenville serves a 0.9 square mile area 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 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 1 Tottenville ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 1 Tottenville's student population of 461 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
461 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 1 Tottenville 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 P.s. 1 Tottenville is 0.49, 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
#1059 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
23%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
68%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
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 P.s. 1 Tottenville's ranking?
P.s. 1 Tottenville is ranked #1059 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 1 Tottenville often compared to?
P.s. 1 Tottenvilleis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 6 Corporal Allan F Kivlehan School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 1 Tottenville?
461 students attend P.s. 1 Tottenville.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of P.s. 1 Tottenville students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 1 Tottenville?
P.s. 1 Tottenville has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 1 Tottenville offer ?
P.s. 1 Tottenville offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 1 Tottenville part of?
P.s. 1 Tottenville is part of New York City Geographic District #31.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 1 Tottenville located?
P.s. 1 Tottenville is located in the Tottenville neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Tottenville.
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