Serving 828 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to 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 46% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 828 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin's student population of 828 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
828 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
School Rankings
P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin is 0.63, 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
#1684 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
21%
10%
Hispanic
20%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
54%
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
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin's ranking?
P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin is ranked #1684 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin often compared to?
P.s. 4 Maurice Wollinis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 36 J C Drumgoole, P.s. 42 Eltingville by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin?
828 students attend P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin?
P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin offer ?
P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin part of?
P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin located?
P.s. 4 Maurice Wollin is located in the Rossville neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Rossville.
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