PS 59 BEEKMAN HILL INTERNATIONAL

PS 59, also known as the Beekman Hill International School, is a highly regarded public elementary school located in the Midtown East neighborhood of Manhattan. Serving students from Pre-K through 5th grade, the school is well-known for its inclusive environment and its commitment to fostering a diverse community. Its location on East 56th Street places it at the heart of a vibrant urban area, drawing students from the surrounding local community as well as those participating in the school's various language and international-focused programs.

Academically, PS 59 is recognized for its rigorous curriculum and its emphasis on social-emotional learning, which aims to develop both the intellect and character of its students. The school often incorporates a global perspective into its studies, reflecting its "International" designation by encouraging students to appreciate different cultures and viewpoints. With a strong parent-teacher association and a dedicated staff, PS 59 maintains a reputation as a close-knit, high-achieving institution that prides itself on creating a supportive and engaging atmosphere for young learners in New York City.

231-249 E 56TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10019
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PS 59 BEEKMAN HILL INTERNATIONAL is a public school in NEW YORK, NY with about 611 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
611
Teachers:
38.04
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
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 611 students

White
61.2%
Asian
17.5%
Hispanic/Latino
10.5%
Two or more races
8.7%
Black or African American
1.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
51.1%
Male
48.9%

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.