PS 65 ACADEMY OF INNOVATIVE LEARNING (THE)

PS 65 ACADEMY OF INNOVATIVE LEARNING (THE) 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 428 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 65 ACADEMY OF INNOVATIVE LEARNING (THE) has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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. 65, also known as The Academy of Innovative Learning, is a public elementary school located in the Stapleton neighborhood of Staten Island, New York. Serving students from prekindergarten through fifth grade, the school is situated within the New York City Department of Education’s District 31. The school is known for fostering a supportive community environment that prioritizes the holistic development of its diverse student body, focusing on both academic achievement and social-emotional growth.

As reflected in its name, the Academy of Innovative Learning emphasizes modern pedagogical approaches intended to prepare students for the demands of the 21st century. The school typically integrates creative curricula and technology-enhanced instruction to engage students across core subjects like literacy and mathematics. By maintaining a focus on inclusivity and personalized learning, P.S. 65 strives to provide a structured yet dynamic educational experience that encourages critical thinking, collaboration, and a lifelong curiosity for learning among its young scholars.

For more information, contact PS 65 ACADEMY OF INNOVATIVE LEARNING (THE) at (718) 981-5034 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.