PS 993

PS 993 is a public school that is part of the NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75 school district, located in FLORAL PARK, NY with about 555 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 108 teachers, PS 993 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.

PS 993, located at 85-15 258th Street in Floral Park, Queens, is a public elementary school serving the local community within the New York City Department of Education system. As a newer addition to the district's educational landscape, the school is designed to provide a foundational learning environment for students in the primary grades, focusing on core academic subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. The school operates with a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere that encourages student growth, social-emotional development, and academic achievement.

The facility in Floral Park serves as a hub for neighborhood families, emphasizing collaboration between educators, students, and parents to create a well-rounded educational experience. Like many schools in this district, PS 993 incorporates modern instructional strategies and resources to meet the diverse needs of its student population. By prioritizing a structured curriculum alongside opportunities for enrichment, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success as they transition through their formative elementary years and progress toward middle school.

For more information, contact PS 993 at (718) 831-4040 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.