Serving 408 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Port Richmond School For Visionary Learning ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Port Richmond School For Visionary Learning ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Port Richmond School For Visionary Learning's student population of 408 students has grown by 72% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 82% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Port Richmond School For Visionary Learning ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Port Richmond School For Visionary Learning is 0.67, 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
#3935 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
51%
29%
Black
21%
16%
White
13%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Richmond School For Visionary Learning's ranking?
Port Richmond School For Visionary Learning is ranked #3935 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Port Richmond School For Visionary Learning?
408 students attend Port Richmond School For Visionary Learning.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Port Richmond School For Visionary Learning students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Port Richmond School For Visionary Learning?
Port Richmond School For Visionary Learning has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Port Richmond School For Visionary Learning offer ?
Port Richmond School For Visionary Learning offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Port Richmond School For Visionary Learning part of?
Port Richmond School For Visionary Learning is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is Port Richmond School For Visionary Learning located?
Port Richmond School For Visionary Learning is located in the Port Richmond neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 5 other public schools located in Port Richmond.
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