PS 77 LOWER LAB SCHOOL

PS 77 LOWER LAB SCHOOL 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 357 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 16 teachers, PS 77 LOWER LAB SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

PS 77, widely known as the **Lower Lab School**, is a highly sought-after public elementary school located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. It is one of the city’s designated "Gifted and Talented" schools, serving students from Kindergarten through 5th grade. The school is renowned for its rigorous academic curriculum, which emphasizes critical thinking, inquiry-based learning, and a deep integration of arts and technology. Because of its specialized status and strong reputation, it maintains a highly competitive admissions process and draws families from across the district who are seeking an accelerated learning environment.

Beyond its academic focus, Lower Lab is characterized by a tight-knit and active community. The school benefits from a very engaged parent body that works closely with the administration to support extracurricular programs, enrichment activities, and classroom resources. The atmosphere is described as intellectually stimulating and supportive, aiming to foster social-emotional growth alongside academic achievement. Situated on 3rd Avenue, the school remains a pillar of the local educational landscape, consistently performing at the top tier of New York City public schools in terms of state assessments and overall student development.

For more information, contact PS 77 LOWER LAB SCHOOL at (212) 427-2798 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.