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P.S. 63 William McKinley

121 East 3 Street Manhattan, NY 10009
Q&A with the Principal, Darlene Despeignes

“STAR Academy PS 63- Mission Statement Our staff recognizes that all children learn differently and it is our job to build on their strengths and determine how to best reach …” Read More »

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Teacher Data Reports for P.S. 63 William McKinley

Percent of school’s ratings that were “above average” or “high”

  • Math 66%
      Much higher than NYC average (25%)
  • English 0%
      Much lower than NYC average (25%)

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Will a New Name Give McKinley New Life?

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P.S. 63 no longer wants to be associated with President William McKinley. The East Village school, which serves students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, is seeking to change its name to P.S. 63 S.T.A.R. Academy.

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  • Performance4 Average
  • Satisfaction 5 Average
  • Diversity 6 Average
4/9 Key indicators of this school's performance, including test scores and graduation rates. View All Data »
Performance Statistics
3rd Grade English 654 / 800
Below Average
3rd Grade Math 683 / 800
Average
4th Grade English 665 / 800
Average
4th Grade Math 689 / 800
Average
4th Grade Science 90 / 100
Above Average
5th Grade English 665 / 800
Average
5th Grade Math 681 / 800
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More about P.S. 63 William McKinley

Population 176 students
School Type Elementary
Grades PreK-5th
2012 Progress
Report
B
Avg. Attendance Rate 92%
Special Programs Our Literacy Program incorporates the components of the Balanced Literacy instructional approach and we use a standards-based mathematics program.  Both programs utilize the Workshop Method of instruction.  We have a hands-on Science Lab, a gymnasium for our Physical Education Program, and our Technology Program ensures that computers are integrated into every curriculum area. In addition, all classrooms have Internet access.
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