PS 56 HARRY EICHLER

PS 56 HARRY EICHLER is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27 school district, located in RICHMOND HILL, NY with about 384 students offering grade levels from 2nd Grade 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 26 teachers, PS 56 HARRY EICHLER has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 56, officially known as the Harry Eichler School, is a public elementary school located in the Richmond Hill 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 28. It is named in honor of Harry Eichler, a figure dedicated to the local community, and it operates with a focus on providing a foundational education within a supportive neighborhood environment.

The school is noted for its commitment to academic development and social-emotional growth, aiming to prepare its diverse student body for middle school and beyond. Like many schools in the Richmond Hill area, PS 56 prioritizes fostering a sense of community among students, parents, and staff. Through a standard elementary curriculum, the school integrates core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often offering extracurricular activities and support services designed to meet the varied needs of its young learners.

For more information, contact PS 56 HARRY EICHLER at (718) 441-4448 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.