P.S. 197 John B Russwurm
Cause Area
- Children & Youth
- Education & Literacy
Location
2230 5th AveNew York, NY 10037 United StatesOrganization Information
Mission Statement
PS 197M Mission Statement
P.S. 197's mission is to reach, challenge and motivate each child to want to learn by helping them use inquiry and problem-solving as effective methods to approach learning and other lifelong experiences. We will provide a safe and educationally enriched environment that promotes excellence. To help us accomplish these efforts, we will promote collaboration among the family, the school and the community.
Description
John B Russwurm is an elementary school with 346 students from prekindergarten through grade 5. The school population comprises 64% Black, 27% Hispanic, 2% White, 1% Asian students and 6% other students. The student body includes 6% English language learners and 20% special education students. Boys account for 55% of the students enrolled and girls account for 45%. The average attendance rate for the school year 2010 - 2011 was 91.1 %.