PS 255

PS 255 is a public elementary school that is part of the NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75 school district, located in FLUSHING, NY with about 408 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 99 teachers, PS 255 has a student/teacher ratio of about 4:1. 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. 255 (The Barbara Reingart School)**, located in the Fresh Meadows/Flushing neighborhood of Queens, is a specialized District 75 school. District 75 schools in New York City are designed specifically to serve students with significant learning challenges, including autism spectrum disorders, emotional disabilities, and various cognitive or physical developmental needs. The school provides a highly structured and supportive environment tailored to students who require specialized instruction and therapeutic services beyond what is typically available in a general education setting.

The educational approach at P.S. 255 is characterized by small class sizes, individualized education programs (IEPs), and a multidisciplinary team of educators, therapists, and paraprofessionals. The school focuses on fostering both academic growth and essential life skills, aiming to help students achieve greater independence. By integrating specialized curricula with behavioral support and therapeutic interventions, P.S. 255 works to create an inclusive and nurturing atmosphere that addresses the unique neurological and developmental profiles of its student body.

For more information, contact PS 255 at (718) 380-1247 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.