Serving 696 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Space Shuttle Columbia School ranks in the top 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 44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Space Shuttle Columbia School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Space Shuttle Columbia School's student population of 696 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
696 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Space Shuttle Columbia School 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 Space Shuttle Columbia School is 0.70, 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
#2159 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
10%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
40%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
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 Space Shuttle Columbia School's ranking?
Space Shuttle Columbia School is ranked #2159 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Space Shuttle Columbia School often compared to?
Space Shuttle Columbia Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.S. 69 Daniel D Tompkins by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Space Shuttle Columbia School?
696 students attend Space Shuttle Columbia School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Space Shuttle Columbia School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Space Shuttle Columbia School?
Space Shuttle Columbia School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Space Shuttle Columbia School offer ?
Space Shuttle Columbia School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Space Shuttle Columbia School part of?
Space Shuttle Columbia School is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is Space Shuttle Columbia School located?
Space Shuttle Columbia School 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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