PS/IS 217 ROOSEVELT ISLAND

689 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
School Overview
PS/IS 217, located on Roosevelt Island, is a vibrant K-8 public school that serves as a central pillar of the local community. Known for its diverse student body and inclusive atmosphere, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to education that balances rigorous academic standards with social-emotional development. By bridging elementary and middle school years, PS/IS 217 provides a stable, consistent learning environment that allows students to build long-term relationships with faculty and peers, fostering a strong sense of community and school pride.

The school is particularly noted for its commitment to enrichment programs that utilize its unique location and partnership with the surrounding Roosevelt Island community. With a focus on cultivating global citizens, PS/IS 217 integrates hands-on learning, the arts, and technology into its curriculum to prepare students for the demands of high school and beyond. Through its dedicated staff and active parent association, the school maintains a collaborative culture that encourages family involvement, making it a highly regarded educational choice for residents of the island and the surrounding area.
689
Total Students
41.8
Full-Time Teachers
16.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
29.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PS/IS 217 ROOSEVELT ISLAND
Demographic Student Count
White217
Hispanic118
Black78
Asian220
Two or More34
American Indian4
Pacific Islander18
  • Asian
    220 (31.9%)
  • White
    217 (31.5%)
  • Hispanic
    118 (17.1%)
  • Black
    78 (11.3%)
  • Two or More
    34 (4.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    18 (2.6%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.6%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
Phone: (212)980-0294
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 689
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 41.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 183
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 20
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 51
Kindergarten 95
Grade 1 89
Grade 2 96
Grade 3 94
Grade 4 86
Grade 5 81
Grade 6 30
Grade 7 33
Grade 8 33
Ungraded 1

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PS/IS 217 ROOSEVELT ISLAND
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten51
Kindergarten95
Grade 189
Grade 296
Grade 394
Grade 486
Grade 581
Grade 630
Grade 733
Grade 833
Ungraded1
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PS/IS 217 ROOSEVELT ISLAND
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female35952.1%
Male33047.9%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)