Tottenville High School is located at 100 Luten Avenue, in Huguenot, Staten Island, New York. Tottenville H.S. is in Administrative District 31, and is operated by the New York City Department of Education. The school's principal is Gina Battista, who assumed the role in 2020.
Serving 3,750 students in grades 9-12, Tottenville High School ranks in the top 30% 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 59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,750 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Tottenville High School serves an attendance zone in Staten Island, NY, covering approximately 17.2 square miles. Families within this area can typically reach the school in 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tottenville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Tottenville High School's student population of 3,750 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 244 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
3,750 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
244 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1898
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tottenville High School 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 Tottenville High School is 0.57, 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
#1227 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
16%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
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
Sports
Colors
White, Purple
School Mascot
Pirates
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tottenville High School's ranking?
Tottenville High School is ranked #1227 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Tottenville High School often compared to?
Tottenville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Susan E Wagner High School, Csi High School For International Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tottenville High School?
The graduation rate of Tottenville High School is 96%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Tottenville High School?
3,750 students attend Tottenville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Tottenville High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tottenville High School?
Tottenville High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Tottenville High School offer ?
Tottenville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tottenville High School part of?
Tottenville High School is part of New York City Geographic District #31.
In what neighborhood is Tottenville High School located?
Tottenville High School is located in the Princes Bay neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Princes Bay.
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