P.S. 064 Joseph P. Addabbo

P.S. 064 Joseph P. Addabbo is an elementary school serving grades K-5 in Ozone Park, Queens, known for its unique identity as a Magnet School of Leadership and Social Justice Activism. This designation brings federal funding, supporting enriched learning opportunities, school trips, and professional development for teachers, with a focus on project-based learning and community engagement. The school embraces a highly diverse student body, with families speaking over twenty different languages. Parent sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with families consistently praising the dedicated and supportive teachers and staff who maintain open communication and foster a nurturing environment. Parents also appreciate the school's high expectations and engaging activities. Academically, the school's ELA and Math proficiency rates are above the citywide 25th percentile but fall below the median, and some external reports indicate performance below district and state averages. While the school maintains a median attendance rate and a 0% suspension rate, chronic absenteeism is a concern, tracking above the citywide median. The school actively promotes family involvement, offering ESL classes and multicultural celebrations.