PS 11 WILLIAM T HARRIS
PS 11 WILLIAM T HARRIS is a public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 920 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 58 teachers, PS 11 WILLIAM T HARRIS has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
P.S. 11 William T. Harris, located in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan, is a highly regarded public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. Known for its strong sense of community and parent involvement, the school is frequently praised for its commitment to a well-rounded education that balances rigorous academics with the arts, social-emotional learning, and physical education. Its diverse student body and central location help foster an inclusive environment that reflects the vibrant character of the surrounding Chelsea community.
Academically, P.S. 11 is recognized for its dedicated faculty and its implementation of a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking and creative problem-solving. Beyond the classroom, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities and enrichment programs, including music, dance, and technology, which help support the developmental needs of its students. As a staple of the District 2 school system, P.S. 11 remains a sought-after choice for local families, noted for its proactive approach to student support and its focus on cultivating a collaborative, supportive learning culture.
For more information, contact PS 11 WILLIAM T HARRIS at (212) 929-1743 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
NEW YORK, NY 10011-3399
(212) 929-1743
PS 11 WILLIAM T HARRIS is a public school in NEW YORK, NY with about 920 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
- Total Students:
- 920
- Teachers:
- 58
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 920 students
- White
- 47.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 24.0%
- Asian
- 15.5%
- Two or more races
- 6.4%
- Black or African American
- 6.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 50.3%
- Male
- 49.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.