Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning

100 Essex Dr
Staten Island, NY 10314
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 419 students in grades 6-8, Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning ranks in the top 50% 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 48% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 419 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Top 50% in NY
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 65% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning's student population of 419 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NY)
#1464 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
48%
46%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
65%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
65-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning and the public school average student teacher ratio of New York by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
10%
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Hispanic
31%
29%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in New York by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
6%
16%
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White
43%
40%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.69
This chart displays the diversity score of Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning and the public school average diversity score of New York by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
53%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in New York by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in New York by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning's ranking?
Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning is ranked #1464 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning often compared to?
Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learningis often viewed alongside schools like I.S. 72 Rocco Laurie by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning?
419 students attend Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 6% 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 Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning?
Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning offer ?
Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning part of?
Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning located?
Marsh Avenue School For Expeditionary Learning is located in the New Springville neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 5 other public schools located in New Springville.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 419 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 65% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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