Serving 662 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 32 Gifford School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 32 Gifford School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
P.S. 32 Gifford School's student population of 662 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
662 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 32 Gifford School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.S. 32 Gifford School is 0.57, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#901 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
10%
Hispanic
17%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
61%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.S. 32 Gifford School's ranking?
P.S. 32 Gifford School is ranked #901 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.S. 32 Gifford School often compared to?
P.S. 32 Gifford Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.S. 8 Shirlee Solomon by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 32 Gifford School?
662 students attend P.S. 32 Gifford School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of P.S. 32 Gifford School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 32 Gifford School?
P.S. 32 Gifford School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 32 Gifford School offer ?
P.S. 32 Gifford School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 32 Gifford School part of?
P.S. 32 Gifford School is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 32 Gifford School located?
P.S. 32 Gifford School is located in the Great Kills neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Great Kills.
School Reviews
5 7/28/2021
It''s an excellent school if your child wants to work hard and listen. Caring teachers and faculty.
1 7/5/2020
The teachers at PS32 are outstanding. Very wonderful staff. However, the principal is awful.
5 2/6/2017
I attended the school when it first opened I had Mrs. Coppola for 3rd and 4th grade she was an amazing teacher. It's a great School I have nothing but the fondest memories...
2 3/5/2015
This school has many wonderful caring teachers. The administration and leadership are poor role models for the children. Bullying policies not enforced. Very little involvement from the Principal.
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