Serving 1,503 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 75 Frank D Paulo ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,503 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
I.s. 75 Frank D Paulo ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
I.s. 75 Frank D Paulo's student population of 1,503 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
School Rankings
I.s. 75 Frank D Paulo ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of I.s. 75 Frank D Paulo is 0.58, 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
#474 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
10%
Hispanic
16%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
60%
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
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 I.s. 75 Frank D Paulo's ranking?
I.s. 75 Frank D Paulo is ranked #474 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 75 Frank D Paulo often compared to?
I.s. 75 Frank D Paulois often viewed alongside schools like I.s. 7 Elias Bernstein by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 75 Frank D Paulo?
1,503 students attend I.s. 75 Frank D Paulo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of I.s. 75 Frank D Paulo students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of I.s. 75 Frank D Paulo?
I.s. 75 Frank D Paulo has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 75 Frank D Paulo offer ?
I.s. 75 Frank D Paulo offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 75 Frank D Paulo part of?
I.s. 75 Frank D Paulo is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 75 Frank D Paulo located?
I.s. 75 Frank D Paulo is located in the Rossville neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Rossville.
School Reviews
4 5/31/2024
Pretty much good. Recommend it.
5 2/4/2022
The first review This school is very nondiverse, and it is a problem give me a break. That''s a good thing.
3 6/25/2020
This school is very non diverse, and it is a problem.
5 5/25/2009
This school is the best public school on Staten Island! The teachers are great!
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