Serving 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 38 George Cromwell ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 38 George Cromwell ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
P.S. 38 George Cromwell's student population of 348 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 38 George Cromwell ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.S. 38 George Cromwell is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2616 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
84%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
31%
10%
Hispanic
26%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
35%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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. 38 George Cromwell's ranking?
P.S. 38 George Cromwell is ranked #2616 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.S. 38 George Cromwell often compared to?
P.S. 38 George Cromwellis often viewed alongside schools like Stephanie A Vierno School, P.S. 23 Richmondtown by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 38 George Cromwell?
348 students attend P.S. 38 George Cromwell.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of P.S. 38 George Cromwell students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 38 George Cromwell?
P.S. 38 George Cromwell has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 38 George Cromwell offer ?
P.S. 38 George Cromwell offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 38 George Cromwell part of?
P.S. 38 George Cromwell is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 38 George Cromwell located?
P.S. 38 George Cromwell is located in the Midland Beach neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Midland Beach.
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