Serving 479 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 39 Francis J Murphy Junior ranks in the top 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 71% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 39 Francis J Murphy Junior ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 39 Francis J Murphy Junior's student population of 479 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 39 Francis J Murphy Junior ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 39 Francis J Murphy Junior is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1791 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
10%
Hispanic
25%
30%
Black
7%
16%
White
41%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 39 Francis J Murphy Junior's ranking?
P.s. 39 Francis J Murphy Junior is ranked #1791 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 39 Francis J Murphy Junior often compared to?
P.s. 39 Francis J Murphy Junioris often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 46 Albert V Maniscalco, P.s. 13 M L Lindemeyer by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 39 Francis J Murphy Junior?
479 students attend P.s. 39 Francis J Murphy Junior.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of P.s. 39 Francis J Murphy Junior students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 39 Francis J Murphy Junior?
P.s. 39 Francis J Murphy Junior has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 39 Francis J Murphy Junior offer ?
P.s. 39 Francis J Murphy Junior offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 39 Francis J Murphy Junior part of?
P.s. 39 Francis J Murphy Junior is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 39 Francis J Murphy Junior located?
P.s. 39 Francis J Murphy Junior is located in the Arrochar neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Arrochar.
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