PS 242 LEONARD P STAVISKY EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL

PS 242 LEONARD P STAVISKY EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25 school district, located in FLUSHING, NY with about 394 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd 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 33 teachers, PS 242 LEONARD P STAVISKY EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 242, also known as the Leonard P. Stavisky Early Childhood School, is a specialized public school located in Flushing, Queens, that focuses exclusively on early childhood education. Serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through second grade, the school is designed to provide a nurturing and developmentally appropriate foundation for young learners. Its curriculum is centered on fostering social-emotional growth, foundational literacy, and basic numeracy, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the transition to upper elementary grades.

The school is noted for its community-oriented atmosphere and its commitment to meeting the diverse needs of the Flushing neighborhood. By focusing solely on early childhood development, PS 242 creates an environment tailored to the specific learning styles and curiosity of younger children. The school emphasizes a hands-on, play-based approach to learning, supported by a staff dedicated to building strong partnerships with parents and families to ensure student success during these critical formative years.

For more information, contact PS 242 LEONARD P STAVISKY EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL at (718) 445-2902 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.