Serving 315 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 18 John G Whittier 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 18 John G Whittier serves a 0.4 square mile attendance area in Staten Island, NY, with a typical drive to the school taking about 5 to 10 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone located approximately 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 18 John G Whittier's student population of 315 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
315 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 18 John G Whittier 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 P.s. 18 John G Whittier is 0.58, 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
#3931 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
53%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
38%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)76.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Dolphin Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 18 John G Whittier's ranking?
P.s. 18 John G Whittier is ranked #3931 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 18 John G Whittier often compared to?
P.s. 18 John G Whittieris often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 21 Margaret Emery-elm Park, P.s. 19 Curtis 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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 18 John G Whittier?
315 students attend P.s. 18 John G Whittier.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of P.s. 18 John G Whittier students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 18 John G Whittier?
P.s. 18 John G Whittier has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 18 John G Whittier offer ?
P.s. 18 John G Whittier offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 18 John G Whittier part of?
P.s. 18 John G Whittier is part of New York City Geographic District #31.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 18 John G Whittier located?
P.s. 18 John G Whittier is located in the Randall Manor neighborhood of Staten Island, NY.
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