PS/IS 217 ROOSEVELT ISLAND

716 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
School Overview
PS/IS 217, located on Roosevelt Island, is a vibrant K-8 public school that serves as a central pillar of the local community. Known for its diverse student body and inclusive atmosphere, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to education that balances rigorous academic standards with social-emotional development. By bridging elementary and middle school years, PS/IS 217 provides a stable, consistent learning environment that allows students to build long-term relationships with faculty and peers, fostering a strong sense of community and school pride.

The school is particularly noted for its commitment to enrichment programs that utilize its unique location and partnership with the surrounding Roosevelt Island community. With a focus on cultivating global citizens, PS/IS 217 integrates hands-on learning, the arts, and technology into its curriculum to prepare students for the demands of high school and beyond. Through its dedicated staff and active parent association, the school maintains a collaborative culture that encourages family involvement, making it a highly regarded educational choice for residents of the island and the surrounding area.
716
Total Students
39.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
28.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PS/IS 217 ROOSEVELT ISLAND
Demographic Student Count
White233
Hispanic115
Black82
Asian215
Two or More45
American Indian1
Pacific Islander25
  • White
    233 (32.5 %)
  • Asian
    215 (30.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    115 (16.1 %)
  • Black
    82 (11.5 %)
  • Two or More
    45 (6.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    25 (3.5 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
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)980-0294
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 716
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 39.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 183
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 20
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 51
Kindergarten 101
Grade 1 111
Grade 2 95
Grade 3 96
Grade 4 79
Grade 5 91
Grade 6 26
Grade 7 32
Grade 8 33
Ungraded 1

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PS/IS 217 ROOSEVELT ISLAND
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten51
Kindergarten101
Grade 1111
Grade 295
Grade 396
Grade 479
Grade 591
Grade 626
Grade 732
Grade 833
Ungraded1
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PS/IS 217 ROOSEVELT ISLAND
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female37151.8%
Male34548.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)