New York City Geographic District #31

New York City Geographic District #31 contains 74 schools, including 50 elementary schools, 12 middle schools, 11 high schools, and 1 alternative school, serving students across Staten Island. The district exhibits a wide range of school performance, with several standout high-performing institutions as well as lower-performing schools.

Some of the top-performing schools in the district include Staten Island Technical High School, ranked 8th in the state, and several highly-ranked elementary schools such as Ps 35 Clove Valley School (The), Ps 8 Shirlee Solomon, and Ps 50 Frank Hankinson. These schools boast exceptional test scores, with over 90% of students proficient or better in core subjects. In contrast, some schools like Concord High School struggle, with only 8-45% proficiency rates.

The district exhibits significant disparities, with high-performing schools often serving more affluent communities and lower-performing schools correlating with higher rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. Spending per student ranges from $11,818 to $47,524, suggesting that resource allocation may play a role in the observed differences in academic achievement. Overall, the data highlights the need for continued efforts to address educational inequities and ensure all students in District #31 have access to high-quality learning opportunities.