Csi High School For International Studies

100 Essex Dr
Staten Island, NY 10314
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 519 students in grades 9-12, Csi High School For International Studies ranks in the top 10% 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 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 519 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 68%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 70-79% (Top 20%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 10%)
  • : ≥95% (Top 5%)
  • : CSI High School for International Studies serves a large attendance area in Staten Island, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families typically experience a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 28.6 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Csi High School For International Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Csi High School For International Studies's student population of 519 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
519 students

Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data

Year Founded
2005

School Rankings

Csi High School For International Studies ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Csi High School For International Studies is 0.71, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#386 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

70-79%
52%

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

80-89%
49%

Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data

≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1

Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data

Asian
37%
10%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data

Hispanic
24%
31%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data

Black
6%
15%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data

White
32%
39%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data

Two or more races
1%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data

All Ethnic Groups
68%
0.71

Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data

≥95%
87.2%

Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data

(22-23)
20.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
55%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
2%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data

School Statewide Testing

Sports

School Mascot
Dragon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Csi High School For International Studies's ranking?
Csi High School For International Studies is ranked #386 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Csi High School For International Studies often compared to?
Csi High School For International Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Gaynor Mccown Expeditionary Learning School, Tottenville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Csi High School For International Studies?
The graduation rate of Csi High School For International Studies is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Csi High School For International Studies?
519 students attend Csi High School For International Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Csi High School For International Studies students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Csi High School For International Studies?
Csi High School For International Studies has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Csi High School For International Studies offer ?
Csi High School For International Studies offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Csi High School For International Studies part of?
Csi High School For International Studies is part of New York City Geographic District #31.
In what neighborhood is Csi High School For International Studies located?
Csi High School For International Studies is located in the New Springville neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 5 other public schools located in New Springville.

School Reviews

2   10/10/2025
Definitely would not recommend this school. Experience here has been horrific.
- Posted by Parent - Lemur
1   10/10/2025
Stay far away!!! The teachers do not help the students My daughter has a panic attack every morning before going to school!!! Stick with the bigger high schools!
- Posted by Parent - Fed Up
5   10/10/2025
Best school ever. Teachers that really care, understanding staff, and rigorous class work.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - student
5   10/10/2025
my son really loves this school. Better than the others on SI
- Posted by Parent - Parent
1   10/10/2025
This school advocates for things that make parents jump for their kids but once my daughter attended the school, the longer she stayed the more she realized she was missing out on. They don't offer any clubs; they don't provide for the students at all and it's just a place to send a kid if you really want to stress them out. Go somewhere where students have outlets. I don't think any child should attend this school.
- Posted by Parent - Concerned parent
2   10/10/2025
There''s a huge flaw in this school which principal and teachers are aware of and just laugh it off during parents visit events saying there''s nothing they can do. The unlucky kids that get Chinese instead of Spanish are screwed (you are stuck with it for 3 years and your GPA will suffer, so playing field isn''t leveled which means kids with Spanish class will have better chances to get accepted into better college than the ones stuck with chinese).
- Posted by Parent - Fix the language issue
1   10/10/2025
School Does not want to help special needs students at all. It's easy to have a good school grade when you only cater to kids who have no problems learning. It is a lottery school and should accommodate ALL types of students. Teachers don't want to help special need students. Especially the special needs teachers! They (off the record) suggest your child go to another school. It's sad nothing has been done about this school.
- Posted by Parent - Disturbed parent

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 519 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 68%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10%)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 70-79% (Top 20%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 10%)
  • : ≥95% (Top 5%)
  • : CSI High School for International Studies serves a large attendance area in Staten Island, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families typically experience a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 28.6 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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