The latest developments show that P.S. 199 Jessie Isador Straus, located in Manhattan’s Upper West Side, is still keeping a good academic reputation in NYC District 3, as the number of its students remains steady at about 600, and proficiency in math and reading is always high. The school was included into NYC public school achievement reports as a high performer compared to the averages across New York City. Parental involvement activities also took place during the academic year and include curriculum exhibits and family engagement fairs.

Q1. Is the school zoned or open-admission?

Ans. The school operates mainly on a zoned basis, offering education mainly for students residing in the allocated Upper West Side zoning area.

Q2. Are there any special academic or enrichment programs at the institution?

Ans. The school provides literacy enrichment and math extension along with art integration programs that help develop elementary skills among students.

Q3. Does the institution offer any after school programs or childcare?

Ans. Yes, after school programs such as supervised activities, homework help, recreation activities are offered to students by partner organizations.

Q4. What are some of the modes of transportation for students?

Ans. Since most children walk to school from the neighborhood, there are bus stops in the nearby locations for other modes of transportation, including school transportation buses.

Q5. What does the school do to aid the development of students?

Ans. Emphasis is made on a supportive elementary setting where counseling programs, classroom-based activities, and community outreach programs are implemented for effective learning.