Serving 653 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stephanie A Vierno School 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 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), 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: 653 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stephanie A Vierno School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Stephanie A Vierno School's student population of 653 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
653 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stephanie A Vierno School 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 Stephanie A Vierno School 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
#2334 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
29%
10%
Hispanic
25%
29%
Black
7%
16%
White
37%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
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 Stephanie A Vierno School's ranking?
Stephanie A Vierno School is ranked #2334 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Stephanie A Vierno School often compared to?
Stephanie A Vierno Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.S. 38 George Cromwell by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Stephanie A Vierno School?
653 students attend Stephanie A Vierno School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Stephanie A Vierno School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stephanie A Vierno School?
Stephanie A Vierno School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Stephanie A Vierno School offer ?
Stephanie A Vierno School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Stephanie A Vierno School part of?
Stephanie A Vierno School is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is Stephanie A Vierno School located?
Stephanie A Vierno School is located in the New Dorp neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in New Dorp.
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