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P.S. 291

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P.S. 291 apply diverse and comprehensive academic programs that provide each student with a strong foundation in the core curricula areas of language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science. The physical education, health, music, art, library and technology programs are also an exciting part of each student’s instruction. Critical thinking and problem solving skills are emphasized, and promote excellence and lifelong learning. P.S. 291 students are provided a foundation for students to reach their maximum potential through comprehensive, exact standards to opportunities to allow children to be independent thinkers, problem solvers, and responsible citizens.


Overview

P.S. 291

New York City District #10

2195 Andrews Avenue
Bronx, NY 10453

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Large City (City: Large)

718-563-0776 (Phone)

Serving Grades: K-4, UE

Principal: Carlos A. Velez

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Student Enrollment Information

Kindergarten
(Full Day)
1st2nd3rd4thUngraded
Elementary
961329511110143

Additional Student Information

Total Students
578
Attendance Rate
92%
Suspensions
1
Year Statistics Were Compiled
2005
Student / Teacher Ratio
14.8
Free Lunch
435
Reduced Lunch
27
Student Ethnicities

Student Gender

Staff Information

Full Time Principals
1
Full Time Assistant Principals
2
Other Full Time Professional Staff
2
Full Time Teachers
40
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
Limited English Proficient
No
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
Limited English Proficient
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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