PS 104 BAYS WATER (THE)

PS 104 BAYS WATER (THE) is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27 school district, located in FAR ROCKAWAY, NY with about 685 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 52 teachers, PS 104 BAYS WATER (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.

PS 104, also known as The Bays Water School, is a public elementary school located in the Far Rockaway neighborhood of Queens, New York. Serving students in grades PK through 5, the school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 27. The school is situated in a coastal community and serves a diverse population of students, focusing on providing a foundational education that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement.

As a neighborhood school, PS 104 aims to create a supportive learning environment that meets the unique needs of its local families. The school's curriculum is aligned with New York State standards and typically incorporates literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, often supplemented by arts and enrichment programs. By fostering a collaborative culture between educators, students, and parents, PS 104 works to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact PS 104 BAYS WATER (THE) at (718) 327-1910 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.