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I.S. 34 Tottenville

Public | 6-8 | 1102 students

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4 stars

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2013:
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2012:
Based on 3 ratings
2011:
Based on 4 ratings
2010:
Based on 23 ratings

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Posted October 30, 2010

This school has a dedicated, smart and professional group of administrators. The BEST!


Posted October 29, 2010

The teachers are wonderful!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 28, 2010

It is a great learning atmosphere.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 28, 2010

Great School, Very clean condition and Academics are great.


Posted October 27, 2010

the teachers make learning fun
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted October 27, 2010

i had two sons graduate the school, both of then excelled in their studies. the school cares about the students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 26, 2010

I love it because all 4 of my children have received an excellent education here.It is deserving of its A grade.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 25, 2010

The school has great teachers, excellent class program and very friendly staff..........
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 25, 2010

they are very involved with their students and maintain a quality school experience for them
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 25, 2010

My three children attended I.S.34 and all had very good experiences, had great teachers and made many great friends
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 25, 2010

Because I went there and it was a great school
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 25, 2010

great curriculium and wonderful teachers


Posted October 24, 2010

The school is filled with wonderful teachers and students. The school has served my children well and enstilled within them a love of learning. The school builds tremendous confidence within its students. Nice work IS 34 !!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 23, 2010

It is a great school to go to. I went to this school, all 3 of my children have attended there and the two that have graduated both say the same thing... "they miss the school and the teachers."
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 23, 2010

the most caring staff i have ever encountered
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 22, 2010

IS 34 has some of the greatest teachers and absolutely the best administrators. Unlike many of the larger public schools, they know your child individually and personally. They are very much in touch with parents regarding academic and other school activities. They start out the school year setting precedents for acceptable behavior and it really works. Both Mr. Tames and Mr. Leone have the incredible ability of letting the students know that you can be smart, well behaved and "cool" all at the same time. My second child is now in the school and I once again look forward to it!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 22, 2010

I think it gives students an outstanding education, and has many after school programs that kids enjoy.


Posted October 22, 2010

The school cares about the children and puts them first. The teachers are talented and highly motivated.


Posted October 21, 2010

My daughter recently graduated from there. Every teacher was wonderful and caring. She was in Jr Arista all 3 years. She misses IS34 so much she has been back for concerts so she can see sone of her teachers again. The best school ever !
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 21, 2010

the staff and teachers are supoortive and always willing to help the children
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 56% in 2012.

366 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
72%

2011

 
 
67%
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

367 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
78%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 52% in 2012.

371 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
65%

2011

 
 
56%
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

371 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
80%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 50% in 2012.

362 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
63%

2011

 
 
46%
Math

The state average for Math was 61% in 2012.

362 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
78%

2011

 
 
75%
Science

The state average for Science was 69% in 2011.

412 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
75%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

In 2009-2010, this school was given a grade of "A" for the middle school level.

About the tests


Progress Report Grades measure the school's contribution to student learning in three areas: School Environment, Student Performance and Student Progress. Schools can receive additional credit for achieving exemplary performance progress among high-needs students. Progress Report Grades range from A to F.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York City Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 89% 51%
Hispanic 6% 21%
Asian/Pacific Islander 3% 8%
Black 1% 19%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 29%N/A44%
Limited English proficient 1%N/A7%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 17N/A13
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Fewer than 3 years experience 8%N/A10%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree and above 50%N/A33%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Teachers with no valid teaching certificate 10%N/A5%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008
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528 Academy Ave
Staten Island, NY 10307
Phone: (718) 477-4500

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