PS 169 ROBERT F KENNEDY

PS 169 ROBERT F KENNEDY is a public school that is part of the NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 377 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. With about 64 teachers, PS 169 ROBERT F KENNEDY has a student/teacher ratio of about 5:1. 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. 169, also known as the Robert F. Kennedy School, is a public elementary school located in the Yorkville neighborhood of the Upper East Side in Manhattan. Serving students from prekindergarten through fifth grade, the school is well-regarded for its emphasis on fostering a supportive, community-oriented learning environment. It is situated in a historic neighborhood, and its curriculum is designed to balance academic rigor with social-emotional development, aiming to prepare students for the demands of middle school and beyond.

The school is noted for its focus on a well-rounded education, often incorporating enrichment programs that emphasize literacy, mathematics, and the arts. P.S. 169 benefits from a highly active parent-teacher association and strong community involvement, which help support school initiatives and extracurricular opportunities. Because of its location in a desirable Manhattan district, the school maintains a diverse student body and prides itself on maintaining high standards of instruction while remaining deeply integrated into the local Upper East Side community.

For more information, contact PS 169 ROBERT F KENNEDY at (212) 348-6140 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.