PS/IS 178 HOLLISWOOD
PS/IS 178 HOLLISWOOD is a public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26 school district, located in JAMAICA, NY with about 563 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 35 teachers, PS/IS 178 HOLLISWOOD has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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/IS 178, formally known as The Holliswood School, is a public PK–8 institution located in the residential neighborhood of Holliswood in Queens, New York. As a combined elementary and middle school, it serves a diverse student population, providing a continuous academic environment that allows students to remain in the same school community from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The school is known for its focus on providing a structured, nurturing environment that emphasizes academic rigor, character development, and preparation for high school.
Academically, PS/IS 178 offers a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with New York City Department of Education standards, often incorporating enrichment activities and programs designed to support student growth in literacy, mathematics, and the arts. The school prides itself on fostering strong parent-teacher partnerships and maintaining a community-centered atmosphere. By focusing on both the intellectual and social-emotional development of its students, The Holliswood School aims to equip its graduates with the necessary foundation to succeed in competitive high school programs and beyond.
For more information, contact PS/IS 178 HOLLISWOOD at (718) 464-5763 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
JAMAICA, NY 11423-1097
(718) 464-5763
PS/IS 178 HOLLISWOOD is a public school in JAMAICA, NY with about 563 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
- Total Students:
- 563
- Teachers:
- 35
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 563 students
- White
- 67.9%
- Asian
- 12.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 10.1%
- Black or African American
- 6.9%
- Two or more races
- 1.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.5%
- Female
- 49.0%
- Male
- 51.0%
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.