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Ps 126 Jacob August Riis School curriculum is arranged to benefit the students academically and prepare them effectively for advanced education or an easy transition to the work force. Strong emphasis is placed on basic education skills at each level. Every effort is made to maintain an aligned curriculum, which tests students on information they are expected to learn and this information is included in the instruction they receive. Some projects allow for students to work hand in hand with their teachers. Students will find helpful counselors that will work with them to locate and apply for scholarships and special programs. In addition, its curriculum it’s supported by a variety of opportunities for involvement in extra-curricular activities in athletics, the arts, clubs and service organizations. Success would not be possible without the support of the community.


Overview

Ps 126 Jacob August Riis School

New York City District # 2

80 Catherine Street
New York, NY 10038

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Large City (City: Large)

212-962-2188 (Phone)

Serving Grades: PK-8, UE

Principal: Kerry Decker

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Student Enrollment Information

Pre-KKindergarten
(Full Day)
1st2nd3rd4th5th6th7th8thUngraded
Elementary
32655147545340848210847

Additional Student Information

Total Students
663
Attendance Rate
93%
Suspensions
41
Year Statistics Were Compiled
2005
Student / Teacher Ratio
12.1
Free Lunch
495
Reduced Lunch
61
Student Ethnicities

Student Gender

Staff Information

Full Time Principals
1
Full Time Assistant Principals
1
Other Full Time Professional Staff
8
Full Time Teachers
58
Part Time Principals
0
Part Time Assistant Principals
0
Part Time Teachers
2
Other Part Time Professional Staff
0

Adequate Yearly Progress Decisions

Sub-Group Names
Satisfactory
School Year
Subject:Elementary / Middle School English Language Arts
All Students
Yes
2006
Black Or African American
Yes
2006
Hispanic Or Latino
Yes
2006
Asian Or Pacific Islander
Yes
2006
Students With Disabilities
Yes
2006
Economically Disadvantaged
Yes
2006
Subject:Elementary / Middle School Math
All Students
Yes
2006
Black Or African American
Yes
2006
Hispanic Or Latino
Yes
2006
Asian Or Pacific Islander
Yes
2006
Students With Disabilities
Yes
2006
Economically Disadvantaged
Yes
2006
Subject:Elementary / Middle School Science
All Students
Yes
2006

Regents Results

Subject
Year
# Tested
Percent Passing
 

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