Elias Bernstein Intermediate School 7, also known as I.S.7 and nicknamed "Bernstein", is a middle school located in the Huguenot section of Staten Island, New York. The school serves grades 6–8, and has been operating since 1965. It was named for Elias Bernstein, a prominent Staten Island attorney and civic leader.
Serving 1,177 students in grades 6-8, I.s. 7 Elias Bernstein ranks in the top 10% 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 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,177 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
I.s. 7 Elias Bernstein ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
I.s. 7 Elias Bernstein's student population of 1,177 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,177 students
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Motto
You are Worthy, You are Capable, You are Powerful
School Rankings
I.s. 7 Elias Bernstein ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of I.s. 7 Elias Bernstein is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#394 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
10%
Hispanic
11%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
67%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I.s. 7 Elias Bernstein's ranking?
I.s. 7 Elias Bernstein is ranked #394 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are I.s. 7 Elias Bernstein often compared to?
I.s. 7 Elias Bernsteinis often viewed alongside schools like I.s. 75 Frank D Paulo 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 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend I.s. 7 Elias Bernstein?
1,177 students attend I.s. 7 Elias Bernstein.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of I.s. 7 Elias Bernstein students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 11% 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. 7 Elias Bernstein?
I.s. 7 Elias Bernstein has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does I.s. 7 Elias Bernstein offer ?
I.s. 7 Elias Bernstein offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is I.s. 7 Elias Bernstein part of?
I.s. 7 Elias Bernstein is part of New York City Geographic District #31.
In what neighborhood is I.s. 7 Elias Bernstein located?
I.s. 7 Elias Bernstein is located in the Princes Bay neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Princes Bay.
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