PS 16 NANCY DEBENEDITTIS SCHOOL (THE)

PS 16 NANCY DEBENEDITTIS SCHOOL (THE) is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24 school district, located in CORONA, NY with about 1,573 students offering grade levels from 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 101 teachers, PS 16 NANCY DEBENEDITTIS SCHOOL (THE) has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 16, officially known as The Nancy DeBenedittis School, is a public elementary school located in the heart of Corona, Queens. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is deeply integrated into its diverse urban neighborhood. It is recognized for its commitment to providing a supportive, student-centered learning environment that emphasizes both academic rigor and social-emotional development, aiming to prepare its diverse student population for success in middle school and beyond.

The school is noted for its focus on fostering a strong sense of community, often involving families in the educational process to create a collaborative atmosphere. As part of the New York City Department of Education, PS 16 utilizes a standards-based curriculum that incorporates literacy, mathematics, science, and the arts. By offering a variety of extracurricular opportunities and enrichment programs, the school strives to cultivate a well-rounded educational experience that addresses the unique needs and cultural backgrounds of its students in the Corona area.

For more information, contact PS 16 NANCY DEBENEDITTIS SCHOOL (THE) at (718) 505-0140 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.