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P.S. 39 Francis J Murphy Junior

Public | PK-5 | 514 students

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4 stars

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Posted May 20, 2011

This school was awesome. I wish that we could of stayed there longer. It was an amazing school, and i had a great time here. The teachers were awesome, the principal Mr.Corso was great. I learned so much in this school and I loved it. It had great programs and it was a great time. I miss this school so much!


Posted October 30, 2009

Both my kids go there. I am happy with the teachers, with the programs, the way they care about my kids.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 24, 2009

I have two children attending PS 39 and so far I have been pleased with my children's progress. The only concern I have is, I would like to see more minority teachers at this school due to the mixture of students attending.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 12, 2009

I love PS 39. The Teachers are wonderful, The parent coordinator Dina is one in a million and the Mr. Corso is great. The school is like a family. My son loved the school. And now he has to move on to another school for 6th grade. To all parents - just know this - they care about the kids and look out for them. You do not find that in many schools. My son's best memories were made in ps 39. Sue Puma Congleton
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Posted July 26, 2009

i love this school mr .c is great with the kids
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Posted November 26, 2008

I am so greatful to P.S. 39 for gladly taking my son, 3 years ago, when we needed help the most. I pulled my son out of a private school because they just didn't care about my sons needs and basically gave us our walking papers so that we don't bring down their scores. P.S. 39 accepted him and helped him come a very long way. He is now in the 5th grade and doing very well. I wish P.S. 39 went up to the 8th grade because I would leave him there without thinking twice about it. Mr. Corso and the teachers at P.S. 39 are top notch and are my heros.
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Posted November 26, 2008

The teachers and staff of PS 39 have taken care of my children as if they were their own. The teachers will bend over backwards if you have a concern about yuor child, whether it be on school time or not, to insure each child is getting the best education. They do not get the credit they deserve. There are many events for parents and children to get to know each other. I am very sad that my children will be graduating from PS 39 this June. It will be like leaving home. Thank you to everyone at PS 39 for all that you have done through the years. Linda Siciliano
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Posted January 7, 2008

The school is great as per understanding of a child's needs, skills assesment and development. Principal involvement in student life if just ourstanding as well as the other teachers'. Mr. Corso thank you for assuring the high level of education and savety to my child.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 12, 2007

I think this school is great if this school went up to 8 grade i would keep my kid here mr corso is the best and my child teacher Mrs symanski is the best she help my child and has not made her not want to stay home but makes her want to go to school sincerly Marie Duenas
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Posted January 17, 2007

My son goes to this school since kindergarten and he is in 5th grade this year. All the teachers are great and the school is wonderful. He joined the school bank since 3rd grade. For the past 5 years, we didn t have any problems with his school work.
—Submitted by a parent


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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.

96 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
63%

2011

 
 
55%
Math

The state average for Math was 61% in 2012.

96 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
63%

2011

 
 
66%
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 59% in 2012.

81 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
72%

2011

 
 
63%
Math

The state average for Math was 69% in 2012.

81 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
88%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2011.

77 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
96%
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 58% in 2012.

84 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
57%

2011

 
 
70%
Math

The state average for Math was 67% in 2012.

85 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
76%

2011

 
 
88%
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 "C" for the elementary 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 58% 51%
Hispanic 25% 21%
Asian/Pacific Islander 13% 8%
Black 4% 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 70%N/A44%
Limited English proficient 9%N/A7%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 16N/A13
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Fewer than 3 years experience 6%N/A10%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree and above 61%N/A33%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Teachers with no valid teaching certificate 0%N/A5%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008
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71 Sand Ln
Staten Island, NY 10305
Phone: (718) 447-4543

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