PS 38 GEORGE CROMWELL

PS 38 GEORGE CROMWELL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31 school district, located in STATEN ISLAND, NY with about 375 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 31 teachers, PS 38 GEORGE CROMWELL 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.

PS 38, also known as the George Cromwell School, is a public elementary school located in the Grant City neighborhood of Staten Island, New York. Serving students from prekindergarten through fifth grade, the school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 31. The school is named in honor of George Cromwell, who served as the first Borough President of Staten Island, reflecting the institution’s long-standing connection to the local community.

The school is generally recognized for its focus on providing a foundational academic experience within a traditional neighborhood setting. Like many schools in the district, PS 38 emphasizes core curriculum subjects while working to meet the diverse learning needs of its student body. It maintains a community-oriented environment, prioritizing student development through classroom instruction, support services, and extracurricular engagement, aimed at preparing young learners for the transition to middle school.

For more information, contact PS 38 GEORGE CROMWELL at (718) 351-1225 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.