PS 11 SARAH J GARNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (THE)
688 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
P.S. 11 William T. Harris, located in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan, is a highly regarded public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. Known for its strong sense of community and parent involvement, the school is frequently praised for its commitment to a well-rounded education that balances rigorous academics with the arts, social-emotional learning, and physical education. Its diverse student body and central location help foster an inclusive environment that reflects the vibrant character of the surrounding Chelsea community.
Academically, P.S. 11 is recognized for its dedicated faculty and its implementation of a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking and creative problem-solving. Beyond the classroom, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities and enrichment programs, including music, dance, and technology, which help support the developmental needs of its students. As a staple of the District 2 school system, P.S. 11 remains a sought-after choice for local families, noted for its proactive approach to student support and its focus on cultivating a collaborative, supportive learning culture.
Academically, P.S. 11 is recognized for its dedicated faculty and its implementation of a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking and creative problem-solving. Beyond the classroom, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities and enrichment programs, including music, dance, and technology, which help support the developmental needs of its students. As a staple of the District 2 school system, P.S. 11 remains a sought-after choice for local families, noted for its proactive approach to student support and its focus on cultivating a collaborative, supportive learning culture.
688
Total Students
49.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
33.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 302 |
| Hispanic | 161 |
| Black | 46 |
| Asian | 127 |
| Two or More | 49 |
| American Indian | 3 |
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White302 (43.9 %)
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Hispanic161 (23.4 %)
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Asian127 (18.5 %)
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Two or More49 (7.1 %)
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Black46 (6.7 %)
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American Indian3 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2 |
| Phone: | (212)929-1743 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 688 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 49.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 215 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 14 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
18
Kindergarten
91
Grade 1
104
Grade 2
125
Grade 3
126
Grade 4
128
Grade 5
94
Ungraded
2
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 18 |
| Kindergarten | 91 |
| Grade 1 | 104 |
| Grade 2 | 125 |
| Grade 3 | 126 |
| Grade 4 | 128 |
| Grade 5 | 94 |
| Ungraded | 2 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 328 | 47.7% |
| Male | 360 | 52.3% |
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