Serving 689 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 30 Westerleigh ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 30 Westerleigh serves an attendance zone in Staten Island, NY, covering approximately 1 square mile. Families within this area can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 30 Westerleigh ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 30 Westerleigh's student population of 689 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
689 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 30 Westerleigh ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 30 Westerleigh is 0.66, 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
#810 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
23%
31%
Black
5%
15%
White
51%
39%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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. 30 Westerleigh's ranking?
P.s. 30 Westerleigh is ranked #810 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 30 Westerleigh often compared to?
P.s. 30 Westerleighis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 5 Huguenot, P.s. 29 Bardwell by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 30 Westerleigh?
689 students attend P.s. 30 Westerleigh.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of P.s. 30 Westerleigh students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 30 Westerleigh?
P.s. 30 Westerleigh has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 30 Westerleigh offer ?
P.s. 30 Westerleigh offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 30 Westerleigh part of?
P.s. 30 Westerleigh is part of New York City Geographic District #31.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 30 Westerleigh located?
P.s. 30 Westerleigh 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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