P.S. 042 Eltingville

P.S. 042 Eltingville is a highly-regarded elementary school in Staten Island serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade. The school is known for its strong academic performance, with both English Language Arts and Math proficiency rates at 71%, placing them well above the citywide median and near the 75th percentile. This consistent performance positions the school among the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores. Parents frequently commend the dedicated teachers and staff, and the school's principal, contributing to an excellent school climate and high parent satisfaction. P.S. 042 Eltingville offers a District Gifted & Talented program for academically advanced learners. While the school generally receives positive feedback, some recent parent comments have noted concerns about overcrowded classes and disruptive students, and a desire for more academic challenge. The school also provides various enrichment programs including chorus, music, physical education, and visual arts.