Serving 579 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 29 Bardwell ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is equal to the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 29 Bardwell ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 29 Bardwell's student population of 579 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
579 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 29 Bardwell ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 29 Bardwell is 0.71, 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
#1242 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
10%
Hispanic
27%
31%
Black
5%
15%
White
39%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 29 Bardwell's ranking?
P.s. 29 Bardwell is ranked #1242 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 29 Bardwell often compared to?
P.s. 29 Bardwellis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 30 Westerleigh by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 29 Bardwell?
579 students attend P.s. 29 Bardwell.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of P.s. 29 Bardwell students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 29 Bardwell?
P.s. 29 Bardwell has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 29 Bardwell offer ?
P.s. 29 Bardwell offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 29 Bardwell part of?
P.s. 29 Bardwell is part of New York City Geographic District #31.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 29 Bardwell located?
P.s. 29 Bardwell is located in the Castleton Corners neighborhood of Staten Island, NY.
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