Serving 616 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 52 John C Thompson 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 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 52 John C Thompson ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 52 John C Thompson's student population of 616 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.s. 52 John C Thompson 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. 52 John C Thompson is 0.68, 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
#1152 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
35%
10%
Hispanic
18%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
41%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 52 John C Thompson's ranking?
P.s. 52 John C Thompson is ranked #1152 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 52 John C Thompson often compared to?
P.s. 52 John C Thompsonis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 46 Albert V Maniscalco 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 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 52 John C Thompson?
616 students attend P.s. 52 John C Thompson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of P.s. 52 John C Thompson students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 P.s. 52 John C Thompson?
P.s. 52 John C Thompson has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 52 John C Thompson offer ?
P.s. 52 John C Thompson offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.s. 52 John C Thompson part of?
P.s. 52 John C Thompson is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 52 John C Thompson located?
P.s. 52 John C Thompson 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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