Serving 627 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 52 John C Thompson ranks in the top 30% 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 73% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 52 John C Thompson serves a 1.6 square mile attendance zone in Staten Island, NY, with most families typically within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of about 0.8 miles to the school from the zone's edges, reaching up to 1 mile at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 52 John C Thompson ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 52 John C Thompson's student population of 627 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
627 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 52 John C Thompson ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 52 John C Thompson is 0.69, 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
#981 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
35%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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. 52 John C Thompson's ranking?
P.s. 52 John C Thompson is ranked #981 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 52 John C Thompson often compared to?
P.s. 52 John C Thompsonis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 46 Albert V Maniscalco by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 52 John C Thompson?
627 students attend P.s. 52 John C Thompson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of P.s. 52 John C Thompson students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 52 John C Thompson?
P.s. 52 John C Thompson has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 52 John C Thompson offer ?
P.s. 52 John C Thompson offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 52 John C Thompson part of?
P.s. 52 John C Thompson is part of New York City Geographic District #31.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 52 John C Thompson located?
P.s. 52 John C Thompson 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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