Is Is 72 Rocco Laurie a good school?

Is 72 Rocco Laurie ranks 412 th of 1500 New York middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

How many students attend Is 72 Rocco Laurie?

In the 2022-23 school year, 1,449 students attended Is 72 Rocco Laurie.

What is the racial makeup of Is 72 Rocco Laurie?

Students at Is 72 Rocco Laurie are 39% White, 30% Asian, 23% Hispanic, 5% African American, 2% Two or more races.

What high school do graduates of Is 72 Rocco Laurie attend?

Students who attend Is 72 Rocco Laurie usually go on to attend Port Richmond High School

Is 72 Rocco Laurie

Summary:

Is 72 Rocco Laurie is a public middle school located in Staten Island, New York, serving grades 6-8 with a total enrollment of 1,449 students and part of the New York City Geographic District #31.

Is 72 Rocco Laurie consistently outperforms the district and state averages in academic metrics, particularly in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics assessments. For example, the school's 8th-grade ELA proficiency rate was 70.48% in the 2022-2023 school year, compared to 64.54% for the district and 55.2% for the state. The school's diverse student population, with a mix of White, Asian, Hispanic, and African American students, also performs well across various subgroups, including female students, English Language Learners, and students with special needs. Additionally, Is 72 Rocco Laurie students excel in Regents exams, with high proficiency rates in subjects like Algebra I, Earth Science, and U.S. History and Government.

Compared to nearby middle schools, Is 72 Rocco Laurie stands out. Its 8th-grade ELA proficiency rate of 70.48% is significantly higher than the rates at Is 61 William A Morris (43.7%) and Is 49 Berta A Dreyfus (41.88%). While the school has a relatively high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (66.46%), indicating a diverse socioeconomic background, its overall academic excellence and commitment to student success make it a standout among the nearby middle schools.

Detail:

Public 6-8

33 Ferndale Ave
Staten Island, NY 10314-4899

(718) 698-5757

District: New York City Geographic District #31

SchoolDigger Rank:
412^th of 1,500 New York Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $20,660

Students who attend Is 72 Rocco Laurie usually attend:

High:

Port Richmond High School

Feeder schools for Is 72 Rocco Laurie:

Elementary:	Ps 26 Carteret School (The)
	Ps 54 Charles W Leng
	Ps 60 Alice Austen
	Ps 69 Daniel D Tompkins
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Student/teacher ratio: 12.2

Number of students: 1,449

Racial breakdown:

White:

38.7%

Asian:

30.0%

Hispanic:

23.1%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 66.5%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Is 72 Rocco Laurie ranks better than 72.5% of middle schools in New York. It also ranks 6^th among 11 ranked middle schools in the New York City Geographic District #31. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 68.87. (See more...)

Student Body

Compare Details Student population at Is 72 Rocco Laurie is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (38.7%), Asian (30%), Hispanic (23.1%). (See more...)

Compare Details 66.5% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

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Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Is 72 Rocco Laurie is 12.2, which is the 5^th best among 11 middle schools in the New York City Geographic District #31. (See more...)

Compare Is 72 Rocco Laurie employs 118 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Is 72 Rocco Laurie is $20,660, which is the 4^th highest among 11 middle schools in the New York City Geographic District #31.

Schooldigger 2023 Rankings:

Is 72 Rocco Laurie:

SchoolDigger ranks Is 72 Rocco Laurie 412^th of 1500 New York public middle schools. (See Is 72 Rocco Laurie in the ranking list.)

Middle School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

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New York City Geographic District #31:

SchoolDigger ranks New York City Geographic District #31 398^th of 866 New York school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for all students at Is 72 Rocco Laurie

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	NY State Percentile
2006	42.68	728^th	1095	33.5%
2007	39.65	777^th	1123	30.8%
2008	41.41	826^th	1185	30.3%
2009	40.05	874^th	1224	28.6%
2010	43.13	804^th	1243	35.3%
2011	49.93	735^th	1295	43.2%
2012	48.46	764^th	1337	42.9%
2013	61.95	458^th	1373	66.6%
2014	71.56	313^th	1401	77.7%
2015	68.44	374^th	1407	73.4%
2016	64.71	418^th	1429	70.7%
2017	66.90	409^th	1455	71.9%
2018	70.04	373^rd	1438	74.1%
2019	68.42	393^rd	1439	72.7%
2021	64.63	353^rd	1242	71.6%
2022	69.27	367^th	1479	75.2%
2023	68.87	412^th	1500	72.5%

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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Is 72 Rocco Laurie

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	NY State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2022	67.66	59^th	190	68.9%

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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Is 72 Rocco Laurie

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	NY State Percentile
2018	61.22	100^th	503	80.1%
2019	50.65	154^th	473	67.4%
2021	65.07	26^th	118	78.0%
2022	72.00	66^th	581	88.6%
2023	56.57	144^th	591	75.6%

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Rank History for Special Education students at Is 72 Rocco Laurie

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	NY State Percentile
2018	53.45	383^rd	1170	67.3%
2019	43.08	538^th	1139	52.8%
2021	41.88	266^th	522	49.0%
2022	58.18	337^th	1283	73.7%
2023	64.60	304^th	1307	76.7%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Is 72 Rocco Laurie

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	NY State Percentile
2018	71.55	249^th	1245	80.0%
2019	73.65	249^th	1241	79.9%
2021	71.57	184^th	935	80.3%
2022	72.82	244^th	1306	81.3%
2023	71.43	254^th	1288	80.3%

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Rank History for Homeless students at Is 72 Rocco Laurie

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	NY State Percentile
2018	70.34	83^rd	457	81.8%
2019	54.56	132^nd	392	66.3%
2022	56.99	152^nd	487	68.8%
2023	65.95	123^rd	543	77.3%

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Rank History for Female students at Is 72 Rocco Laurie

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	NY State Percentile
2018	71.40	352^nd	1353	74.0%
2019	68.83	387^th	1370	71.8%
2021	66.11	288^th	1066	73.0%
2022	69.56	349^th	1454	76.0%
2023	67.82	415^th	1463	71.6%

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Rank History for Male students at Is 72 Rocco Laurie

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	NY State Percentile
2018	67.91	362^nd	1352	73.2%
2019	66.90	374^th	1366	72.6%
2021	60.12	349^th	1071	67.4%
2022	67.83	355^th	1455	75.6%
2023	67.99	392^nd	1464	73.2%

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Rank History for Asian students at Is 72 Rocco Laurie

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	NY State Percentile
2018	58.73	182^nd	374	51.3%
2019	59.02	155^th	369	58.0%
2021	48.58	149^th	236	36.9%
2022	59.53	168^th	381	55.9%
2023	63.49	155^th	388	60.1%

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Rank History for African American students at Is 72 Rocco Laurie

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	NY State Percentile
2018	60.41	193^rd	663	70.9%
2019	57.56	208^th	653	68.1%
2022	65.95	165^th	706	76.6%
2023	56.10	273^rd	696	60.8%

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Rank History for Hispanic students at Is 72 Rocco Laurie

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	NY State Percentile
2018	59.49	279^th	810	65.6%
2019	50.92	351^st	826	57.5%
2021	35.67	286^th	449	36.3%
2022	48.73	413^th	914	54.8%
2023	49.70	434^th	943	54.0%

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Rank History for White students at Is 72 Rocco Laurie

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	NY State Percentile
2018	51.56	372^nd	763	51.2%
2019	50.07	356^th	716	50.3%
2021	47.44	315^th	614	48.7%
2022	45.81	405^th	748	45.9%
2023	44.52	440^th	772	43.0%

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Data source: test scores: NY State Education Department, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: NY State Education Department

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by a parent
Thursday, January 15, 2015

I was very worried when my child started school here after listening to the horror stories from other parents. I am now in the process of moving my child to a different school. The term "Teachers Pet" comes to mind when describing the some of the staff at this school because when I once complained my child was being bullied they made my child's life a living hell. For some kids its a great school as long as they are in the "click" or "in crowd" with the PTA or teaching staff.
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by a parent
Friday, November 5, 2010

The Princpal & teachers are very supportive of students & parents. Excellent academic support services & after school activities. Close Quote

Enrollment information for Is 72 Rocco Laurie

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
1989	1268	148	143	101	0	n/a	n/a	1660
1990	1247	157	171	97	0	n/a	n/a	1672
1991	1244	161	167	112	0	n/a	n/a	1684
1992	1221	149	210	133	22	n/a	n/a	1735
1993	1223	168	240	129	6	n/a	n/a	1766
1994	1169	198	258	153	6	n/a	n/a	1784
1995	1104	222	252	214	5	n/a	n/a	1797
1996	1104	222	252	214	5	n/a	n/a	1797
1997	1155	206	244	195	8	n/a	n/a	1808
1998	1098	214	241	179	7	n/a	n/a	1739
1999	1084	212	299	228	1	n/a	n/a	1824
2000	1097	220	280	261	1	n/a	n/a	1859
2001	1085	230	300	300	2	n/a	n/a	1917
2002	1037	242	314	337	2	n/a	n/a	1932
2003	1037	242	314	337	2	n/a	n/a	1932
2004	1014	259	316	356	3	n/a	n/a	1948
2005	915	265	313	363	3	n/a	n/a	1859
2006	864	292	329	362	4	n/a	n/a	1851
2007	792	283	344	351	6	n/a	n/a	1776
2008	809	314	341	381	2	n/a	n/a	1847
2009	790	308	323	405	3	n/a	n/a	1829
2010	708	318	312	430	8	n/a	n/a	1776
2011	619	299	288	407	7	0	0	1620
2012	578	234	256	391	5	19	0	1483
2013	577	142	251	318	2	15	3	1308
2014	585	81	267	307	3	0	5	1248
2015	626	57	281	279	4	0	6	1253
2016	662	64	265	318	3	0	9	1321
2017	616	60	272	339	3	16	13	1319
2018	629	67	305	378	4	9	15	1407
2019	640	70	325	380	3	5	21	1444
2020	691	80	354	412	8	5	29	1579
2021	665	64	362	385	6	4	33	1519
2022	599	82	402	350	4	2	34	1473
2023	561	79	434	335	5	2	33	1449

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Is 72 Rocco Laurie

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1989	1660	86.9	19.1	n/a
1990	1672	86.9	19.2	n/a
1991	1684	86.9	19.3	n/a
1992	1735	90.1	19.2	n/a
1993	1766	88.3	20.0	n/a
1994	1784	90.4	19.7	n/a
1995	1797	89.0	20.2	n/a
1996	1797	89.0	20.2	n/a
1997	1808	90.4	20.0	24.1
1998	1739	84.0	20.7	30
1999	1824	83.3	21.9	32.6
2000	1859	91.2	20.4	43.9
2001	1917	89.8	21.3	24.8
2002	1932	n/a	n/a	n/a
2003	1932	n/a	n/a	n/a
2004	1948	n/a	n/a	n/a
2005	1859	93.7	19.8	0
2006	1851	103.0	18.0	58.2
2007	1776	103.3	17.2	60.2
2008	1847	107.6	17.2	52.2
2009	1829	111.9	16.3	54.9
2010	1776	112.4	15.8	n/a
2011	1620	101.1	16.0	64.5
2012	1483	97.0	15.2	66.8
2013	1308	89.2	14.6	67.4
2014	1248	77.9	16.0	65.1
2015	1253	79.0	15.8	61.5
2016	1321	87.0	15.1	62.7
2017	1319	89.5	14.7	61.9
2018	1407	97.9	14.3	64.5
2019	1444	103.9	13.8	62.6
2020	1579	115.0	13.7	63
2021	1519	116.0	13.0	64.2
2022	1473	121.7	12.0	64.2
2023	1449	118.0	12.2	66.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Is 72 Rocco Laurie

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1989	1660	86.9	19.1	n/a
1990	1672	86.9	19.2	n/a
1991	1684	86.9	19.3	n/a
1992	1735	90.1	19.2	n/a
1993	1766	88.3	20.0	n/a
1994	1784	90.4	19.7	n/a
1995	1797	89.0	20.2	n/a
1996	1797	89.0	20.2	n/a
1997	1808	90.4	20.0	24.1
1998	1739	84.0	20.7	30
1999	1824	83.3	21.9	32.6
2000	1859	91.2	20.4	43.9
2001	1917	89.8	21.3	24.8
2002	1932	n/a	n/a	n/a
2003	1932	n/a	n/a	n/a
2004	1948	n/a	n/a	n/a
2005	1859	93.7	19.8	0
2006	1851	103.0	18.0	58.2
2007	1776	103.3	17.2	60.2
2008	1847	107.6	17.2	52.2
2009	1829	111.9	16.3	54.9
2010	1776	112.4	15.8	n/a
2011	1620	101.1	16.0	64.5
2012	1483	97.0	15.2	66.8
2013	1308	89.2	14.6	67.4
2014	1248	77.9	16.0	65.1
2015	1253	79.0	15.8	61.5
2016	1321	87.0	15.1	62.7
2017	1319	89.5	14.7	61.9
2018	1407	97.9	14.3	64.5
2019	1444	103.9	13.8	62.6
2020	1579	115.0	13.7	63
2021	1519	116.0	13.0	64.2
2022	1473	121.7	12.0	64.2
2023	1449	118.0	12.2	66.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

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