PS 108 CAPT VINCENT G FOWLER

PS 108 CAPT VINCENT G FOWLER is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27 school district, located in SOUTH OZONE PARK, NY with about 1,469 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 92 teachers, PS 108 CAPT VINCENT G FOWLER 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. 108 Captain Vincent G. Fowler, located in South Ozone Park, Queens, is a public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the New York City Department of Education, the school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive academic foundation while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet rigorous state standards, with a focus on developing core competencies in literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while also emphasizing character development and social-emotional growth.

Beyond academics, P.S. 108 is known for its commitment to community engagement and maintaining a strong connection between staff, students, and families. The school often incorporates arts, physical education, and extracurricular programming to ensure a well-rounded educational experience. By prioritizing a nurturing atmosphere, P.S. 108 aims to prepare its diverse student body for middle school success and long-term academic achievement, serving as a staple institution within the South Ozone Park neighborhood.

For more information, contact PS 108 CAPT VINCENT G FOWLER at (718) 558-2700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

108-10 109TH AVE
SOUTH OZONE PARK, NY 11420
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PS 108 CAPT VINCENT G FOWLER is a public Title I school in SOUTH OZONE PARK, NY with about 1,469 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,469
Teachers:
92.01
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,469 students

Hispanic/Latino
50.2%
Asian
35.9%
Black or African American
5.9%
White
5.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.6%
Two or more races
0.5%

Female
47.9%
Male
52.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.