PS 193 ALFRED J KENNEDY

PS 193 ALFRED J KENNEDY is a public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25 school district, located in WHITESTONE, NY with about 590 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 38 teachers, PS 193 ALFRED J KENNEDY 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.

P.S. 193, also known as the Alfred J. Kennedy School, is a public elementary school located in the quiet, residential neighborhood of Whitestone, Queens. Serving students from Pre-K through 5th grade, the school is well-regarded for fostering a nurturing and community-oriented environment. It operates within the New York City Department of Education system and is known for its commitment to academic excellence, providing a structured curriculum that emphasizes foundational literacy, mathematics, and science, while encouraging the social-emotional development of its students.

Beyond its academic offerings, P.S. 193 is frequently recognized for its strong parent involvement and active PTA, which help sustain a variety of enrichment programs, extracurricular activities, and community events. The school’s location in a suburban-style pocket of Queens contributes to its reputation as a stable, tight-knit educational setting. By balancing traditional classroom instruction with a supportive school culture, the Alfred J. Kennedy School aims to prepare its diverse student body for middle school success while maintaining strong ties to the surrounding Whitestone community.

For more information, contact PS 193 ALFRED J KENNEDY at (718) 767-8810 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.