PS 6 CPL ALLAN F KIVLEHAN SCHOOL

PS 6 CPL ALLAN F KIVLEHAN SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31 school district, located in STATEN ISLAND, NY with about 541 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 43 teachers, PS 6 CPL ALLAN F KIVLEHAN SCHOOL 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.

P.S. 6, formally known as the Cpl. Allan F. Kivlehan School, is a public elementary school located in the Tottenville neighborhood of Staten Island, New York. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is well-regarded for its strong sense of community and its commitment to fostering both academic excellence and character development in a supportive environment. The facility is named in honor of Corporal Allan F. Kivlehan, a local resident and United States Marine who was killed in action during the Vietnam War, serving as a lasting tribute to community service and sacrifice.

Academically, P.S. 6 is known for maintaining a traditional instructional focus, often emphasizing foundational literacy and mathematics while integrating social-emotional learning to ensure the well-being of its diverse student body. The school benefits from a stable neighborhood setting and an active Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) that organizes enrichment activities and community events. By balancing rigorous curriculum standards with a nurturing atmosphere, P.S. 6 continues to be a central institution for families in the southernmost part of Staten Island, aiming to prepare its students for successful transitions to middle school.

For more information, contact PS 6 CPL ALLAN F KIVLEHAN SCHOOL at (718) 697-3760 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.