PS 84 LILLIAN WEBER

PS 84 LILLIAN WEBER is a public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 648 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 50 teachers, PS 84 LILLIAN WEBER has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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. 84, also known as the Lillian Weber School, is a highly regarded public elementary school located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. It is named after Lillian Weber, a renowned educator and pioneer of the "Open Classroom" philosophy, which emphasizes child-centered learning, hands-on exploration, and the integration of the arts into the daily curriculum. The school fosters a progressive, community-oriented environment that encourages students to be critical thinkers and active participants in their own education.

Beyond its core academics, P.S. 84 is well-regarded for its diverse and inclusive atmosphere. The school maintains a strong partnership with its parent body and the local community, often hosting programs that prioritize social-emotional growth alongside academic achievement. With a focus on project-based learning and a commitment to nurturing the individual talents of each student, the school remains a popular choice for families in the neighborhood seeking a supportive and intellectually stimulating environment.

For more information, contact PS 84 LILLIAN WEBER at (212) 799-2534 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

32 W 92ND ST
NEW YORK, NY 10025-7632
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PS 84 LILLIAN WEBER is a public school in NEW YORK, NY with about 648 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
648
Teachers:
50
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 648 students

White
47.1%
Hispanic/Latino
36.6%
Black or African American
7.9%
Two or more races
5.1%
Asian
3.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
54.6%
Male
45.4%

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.