Serving 463 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kathleen Grimm School For Leadership 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 75% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kathleen Grimm School For Leadership ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kathleen Grimm School For Leadership's student population of 463 students has grown by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Kathleen Grimm School For Leadership 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 Kathleen Grimm School For Leadership is 0.42, 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
#470 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
12%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
75%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Kathleen Grimm School For Leadership's ranking?
Kathleen Grimm School For Leadership is ranked #470 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Kathleen Grimm School For Leadership often compared to?
Kathleen Grimm School For Leadershipis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 56 Louis Desario School, P.s. 3 Margaret Gioiosa School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Kathleen Grimm School For Leadership?
463 students attend Kathleen Grimm School For Leadership.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Kathleen Grimm School For Leadership students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kathleen Grimm School For Leadership?
Kathleen Grimm School For Leadership has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kathleen Grimm School For Leadership offer ?
Kathleen Grimm School For Leadership offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kathleen Grimm School For Leadership part of?
Kathleen Grimm School For Leadership is part of New York City Geographic District #31.
In what neighborhood is Kathleen Grimm School For Leadership located?
Kathleen Grimm School For Leadership is located in the Rossville neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Rossville.
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