Serving 995 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 42 Eltingville 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 72% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 995 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 42 Eltingville serves an attendance zone in Staten Island, NY, encompassing approximately 1 square mile. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.6 miles to the school's edge and the furthest boundary located 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 42 Eltingville ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 42 Eltingville's student population of 995 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
995 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The Skies are Blue at 42
School Rankings
P.s. 42 Eltingville 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. 42 Eltingville is 0.59, 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
#858 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
23%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)26.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 42 Eltingville's ranking?
P.s. 42 Eltingville is ranked #858 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 42 Eltingville often compared to?
P.s. 42 Eltingvilleis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 8 Shirlee Solomon by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 42 Eltingville?
995 students attend P.s. 42 Eltingville.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of P.s. 42 Eltingville students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 42 Eltingville?
P.s. 42 Eltingville has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 42 Eltingville offer ?
P.s. 42 Eltingville offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 42 Eltingville part of?
P.s. 42 Eltingville is part of New York City Geographic District #31.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 42 Eltingville located?
P.s. 42 Eltingville is located in the Arden Heights neighborhood of Staten Island, NY.
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