PS 16 JOHN J DRISCOLL

P.S. 16, also known as the John J. Driscoll School, is a public elementary school located in the St. George neighborhood of Staten Island, New York. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 31. The school is known for its historic presence in the community and its commitment to providing a foundational academic experience for a diverse student body, focusing on core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and social development within a supportive neighborhood environment.

The school places a strong emphasis on fostering a inclusive culture, aiming to prepare its young learners for the transition to middle school through structured classroom instruction and extracurricular engagement. As a cornerstone of the Staten Island community, P.S. 16 works closely with families and local stakeholders to create a nurturing space that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional learning. By maintaining a focus on individual student needs, the school strives to build a solid educational base that encourages curiosity and civic responsibility in its students from an early age.