PS 48 PO MICHAEL J BUCZEK

PS 48 PO MICHAEL J BUCZEK is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 547 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 54 teachers, PS 48 PO MICHAEL J BUCZEK has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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. 48, also known as the P.O. Michael J. Buczek School, is a public elementary school located in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Manhattan, New York. Serving students in grades PK through 5, the school is named in honor of Police Officer Michael J. Buczek, who was killed in the line of duty in 1988. The school is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing a supportive environment that fosters both academic achievement and character development.

The school is recognized for its commitment to providing a well-rounded education, often incorporating programs that focus on literacy, social-emotional learning, and community values. As a New York City Department of Education institution, P.S. 48 adheres to the city’s rigorous curriculum standards while striving to meet the diverse needs of its student population. Its location on Broadway makes it a central fixture in the neighborhood, and it maintains a strong focus on honoring the legacy of its namesake through community service and school-wide traditions.

For more information, contact PS 48 PO MICHAEL J BUCZEK at (917) 521-3800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.