Serving 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 38 George Cromwell ranks in the bottom 50% 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 38 George Cromwell serves a 0.9 square mile area in Staten Island, NY, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and the furthest edges reaching up to 1 mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 38 George Cromwell's student population of 354 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
354 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
P.s. 38 George Cromwell 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. 38 George Cromwell 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
#2277 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
30%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
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)31.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 38 George Cromwell's ranking?
P.s. 38 George Cromwell is ranked #2277 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 38 George Cromwell often compared to?
P.s. 38 George Cromwellis often viewed alongside schools like Stephanie A Vierno School, P.s. 23 Richmondtown by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 38 George Cromwell?
354 students attend P.s. 38 George Cromwell.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of P.s. 38 George Cromwell students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 38 George Cromwell?
P.s. 38 George Cromwell has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 38 George Cromwell offer ?
P.s. 38 George Cromwell offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 38 George Cromwell part of?
P.s. 38 George Cromwell is part of New York City Geographic District #31.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 38 George Cromwell located?
P.s. 38 George Cromwell is located in the Midland Beach neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Midland Beach.
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