Serving 862 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 862 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 4 Maurice Wollin serves a 1.7 square mile attendance zone in Staten Island, NY, where most students are typically within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest point being about 1.2 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin's student population of 862 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
862 students
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin ranks within the top 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. 4 Maurice Wollin is 0.64, 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
#1684 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
23%
10%
Hispanic
21%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
52%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
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. 4 Maurice Wollin's ranking?
P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin is ranked #1684 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin often compared to?
P.s. 4 Maurice Wollinis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 36 J C Drumgoole, P.s. 42 Eltingville by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin?
862 students attend P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin?
P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin offer ?
P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin part of?
P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin is part of New York City Geographic District #31.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin located?
P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin is located in the Rossville neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Rossville.
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