LIGHTHOUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

LIGHTHOUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 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 216 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 24 teachers, LIGHTHOUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

LIGHTHOUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (P.S. 333) is located in the Far Rockaway neighborhood of Queens, New York. Serving students from Pre-K through fifth grade, the school operates under the New York City Department of Education. Situated just blocks from the Atlantic coastline, the school is deeply integrated into the local community and focuses on providing foundational academic instruction to a diverse student population, emphasizing the development of literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional growth.

The school is recognized for its commitment to creating a supportive learning environment that caters to the specific needs of the Far Rockaway area. Like many schools in this district, Lighthouse Elementary emphasizes inclusive education and frequently implements initiatives aimed at bridging achievement gaps and fostering community engagement. By focusing on a holistic approach to student success, the school strives to prepare its young learners for the transition to middle school while maintaining a strong emphasis on character development and academic excellence.

For more information, contact LIGHTHOUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (718) 327-5828 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.