Serving 277 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 36 Saint Albans School 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 36 Saint Albans School's student population of 277 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
277 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'The Jewel of St. Albans'
School Rankings
P.s. 36 Saint Albans School 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 P.s. 36 Saint Albans School is 0.53, 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
#3439 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
17%
31%
Black
66%
15%
White
3%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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. 36 Saint Albans School's ranking?
P.s. 36 Saint Albans School is ranked #3439 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 36 Saint Albans School often compared to?
P.s. 36 Saint Albans Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 136 Roy Wilkins by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 36 Saint Albans School?
277 students attend P.s. 36 Saint Albans School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of P.s. 36 Saint Albans School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 36 Saint Albans School?
P.s. 36 Saint Albans School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 36 Saint Albans School offer ?
P.s. 36 Saint Albans School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 36 Saint Albans School part of?
P.s. 36 Saint Albans School is part of New York City Geographic District #29.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 36 Saint Albans School located?
P.s. 36 Saint Albans School is located in the St Albans neighborhood of Saint Albans, NY. There are 5 other public schools located in St Albans.
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