P.S. 005 Huguenot

Test scores at P.S. 005 Huguenot are in a different league than most district schools — 93.7% ELA and 97.2% math proficiency compared to district averages around 61% in both subjects. The school has climbed steadily from 2016 baseline scores in the mid-70s to today's near-universal proficiency, with particularly stunning results in Grade 3 (98.4% ELA, 100% math) and Grade 5 (100% math). This is not a school where students are 'meeting benchmarks' — they're nearly all mastering content. The 3.82 overall score reflects that performance.

The survey data paints a picture of a school where adults and families genuinely trust each other: parent satisfaction, parent-teacher trust, and parent-principal trust all sit at 98%, while teachers report 100% trust in leadership, 100% instruction quality, and 100% feeling safe. These are not just good numbers — they're near-ceiling. The school has maintained a zero suspension rate for three consecutive years, indicating either exceptionally effective behavioral support or a community where serious discipline issues simply don't arise. However, the 84.9% chronic absenteeism rate is a significant red flag — nearly nine in ten students are technically 'chronically absent' under state definitions, which may reflect part-time enrollment, frequent absences, or families using the school as a backup while home-schooling.

This is a predominantly White, middle-to-upper-income student body: 83% White, 8% Hispanic, 5% Asian, with nearly no Black students. The diversity index of 37% is below the citywide average, reflecting the neighborhood's own demographics. One-quarter of students have IEPs, which is notable given the high academic performance — suggesting strong inclusion practices. The economic need index of just 24.4% places this among Staten Island's more affluent zoned schools. PTA fundraising of $460 per student is strong, slightly above the district average, indicating active family financial support.

The Annadale-Huguenot-Prince's Bay-Woodrow area is one of Staten Island's most suburban, family-stable neighborhoods. With a median home value over $800,000 and an 80% homeownership rate, it's economically homogeneous and residential. The safety score of 87.36 is strong, and the family density score of 65.52 reflects lots of kids — but the transit score of just 19.92 confirms this is a car-dependent area. There's minimal poverty (5.4%) and high education orientation (68.58). For families, this means quiet streets, safe neighborhoods, and a commute-heavy lifestyle if working elsewhere on the island or in the city.

This is a suburban-style neighborhood where families typically drive. The low transit score means most parents carpool or drive students to school — walking is feasible for some nearby families but not practical for most.