PS 185 EARLY CHLDHD DISCOVERY

PS 185, also known as the Early Childhood Discovery school, is a specialized elementary institution located in the Harlem neighborhood of Manhattan. As the name suggests, the school focuses primarily on early childhood education, serving students in the Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten grades. Its mission is centered on fostering a foundational love for learning through a developmentally appropriate curriculum that emphasizes exploration, social-emotional growth, and fundamental academic skills in a nurturing environment.

Situated on West 112th Street, the school is deeply integrated into the local community and is recognized for its commitment to preparing young learners for their future academic journeys. Because the school is dedicated exclusively to the early years of education, it provides a tailored experience where classrooms are specifically designed to support the unique needs of young children. Families who choose PS 185 generally value a community-focused setting that prioritizes a gentle and engaging transition into the New York City public school system.

20 W 112TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10026-3902
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PS 185 EARLY CHLDHD DISCOVERY is a public Title I school in NEW YORK, NY with about 245 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
245
Teachers:
22
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd 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 245 students

Black or African American
57.6%
Hispanic/Latino
30.2%
White
6.9%
Two or more races
3.7%
Asian
1.6%

Female
45.7%
Male
54.3%

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.