Ps 88 Seneca Research:
Overview. What grades are taught here? Is it public or private? How large is the school (population size, class sizes, classroom sizes). Is it hybrid? Where is it located within the context of the city or neighborhood? What neighborhoods are serviced by it?
P.S. 88Q - The Seneca School is at 60-85 Catalpa Avenue in the Ridgewood neighborhood. The school reflects the rich history of the surrounding neighborhood. As part of Community School District 24, P.S. 88 serves children as young as 3 years old up to 5th grade. During the pandemic, P.S.88 moved into the virtual teaching environment, and in 2021 the students returned to in-person learning.
Special programming. Does the school offer specialized programs such as computer coding or foreign languages? Is it known for its athletics? What is its mascot? Does it offer any special clubs or popular activities?
P.S. 88 has a vibrant early childhood program, with a STEM class for each grade. The New York State Diversity Grant created the STEM classes providing funding and resources along with training for teachers to keep pace with the changing speed of technology. The 2022 school year will begin a Gifted and Talented class for third graders as part of the local mayor’s initiative to expand gifted and talented programming to more students. The art program expanded into music, visual arts, theater, and dance. Several student activities are available to help students learn new things and met new people. These clubs include a student council, social justice committee, and a chess club, where third through fifth graders learn to play and compete. There is a thriving music department that houses students in band, with multiple music rooms, and various instruments.
Reputation. What is the school rating, graduation rate, and how many students go on to higher education? Does it get high remarks and reviews? If not, is there a way to put a positive spend on the schools’ trajectory? Is it under new leadership and improving?
P.S. 88 believes that each child brings a unique set of abilities and talents to the school. Students receive daily instruction in an enriching environment that encourages students to respect each other and work together to complete goals. Faculty and staff set out clear expectations to support the children to reach their highest potential. Each employee of P.S. 88 from the custodians, to the cafeteria workers, to the paraprofessionals and teachers values each student as an individual. Students learn social student, science, math, and language arts.
P.S. 88 Seneca
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-5
60 CATALPA Ave,
Ridgewood, NY
New York City Geographic District No. 24
School Details
Head of School
Principal - Mr. Robert Quintana
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Math Proficiency
36%
Reading Proficiency
36%
Niche Grade
B-
B+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
36%
Math Proficiency
36%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
42
Full Time Teachers
42
Teachers in First or Second Year
3.8%
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Science
11%
State Average
20%
Math
19%
State Average
22%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
687:1
Student Diversity
Male
52.7%
Female
47.3%
Hispanic
56.3%
White
32.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
7.9%
Two or more races
1.2%
Black
1.1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
4/4/2019
Awesome teachers, staff, and principal! Student body is diverse and integrated and there are lots of enrichment opportunities -- art, music, sports, etc. We <3 PS 88Q !
GreatSchools Reviews
6/23/2023
My child has had a wonderful experience at this school, starting in 3K. Her teachers are communicative, kind and always eager to support me as a parent in finding ways to bridge the connection between school and home. The school's principal, Mrs. O'Shaughnessy, is incredibly responsive and ambitious...
5/31/2023
We love ps 88, our neighborhood school! It is a welcoming and friendly environment with plenty of opportunity for academic enrichment, physical education, and the arts.
5/30/2023
PS88 Principal and all star staff are amazing. Not only do they go out of their way to keep families informed, they are also very supportive and creative in their approach. They are kind and caring and really make the whole learning process inclusive and fun for the kids and their families. We are v...
5/29/2023
I feel so lucky to have landed the teachers and class that my kid is in for Kindergarten. She's in the STEM program and the teachers are always available and approachable, they really know my kid, and my she has really blossomed. The principal at 88 makes herself available to everyone and encourages...
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Attendance Zone
About Ridgewood
List Price Range
$562K - $2M
Homes For Sale
15
Average Home Value
$894,329
Median Lot Size
2,178 Sq Ft
% Renters
82%
Household Income
$92,687
% of College Grads
32.4%
Median Age
37
Average House Size
2,070 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
79.0%
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