Serving 869 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 27 Anning S Prall 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 37% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than 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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 869 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
I.s. 27 Anning S Prall ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
I.s. 27 Anning S Prall's student population of 869 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
869 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Motto
'Every student matters, every moment counts.'
School Rankings
I.s. 27 Anning S Prall ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of I.s. 27 Anning S Prall is 0.71, 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
#2348 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
45%
30%
Black
20%
16%
White
20%
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
74%
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 I.s. 27 Anning S Prall's ranking?
I.s. 27 Anning S Prall is ranked #2348 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 27 Anning S Prall often compared to?
I.s. 27 Anning S Prallis often viewed alongside schools like I.s. 72 Rocco Laurie, I.s. 75 Frank D Paulo by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 27 Anning S Prall?
869 students attend I.s. 27 Anning S Prall.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of I.s. 27 Anning S Prall students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of I.s. 27 Anning S Prall?
I.s. 27 Anning S Prall has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 27 Anning S Prall offer ?
I.s. 27 Anning S Prall offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 27 Anning S Prall part of?
I.s. 27 Anning S Prall is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 27 Anning S Prall located?
I.s. 27 Anning S Prall is located in the West Brighton neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in West Brighton.
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