Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School

Fort Hill Collaborative Elementary School serves a small K-5 student body in Staten Island, emphasizing a personalized educational community with a focus on Mathematics and Science. The school's mission centers on collaborative learning, critical thinking, and problem-solving, guided by core values of respect, responsibility, and collaboration. It serves a high proportion of students with special needs, English language learners, and those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. While ELA and Math proficiency rates are below the citywide median, the school maintains a notably low suspension rate. Parent sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% positive responses across all survey questions. Teachers also report high satisfaction with leadership and would recommend the school to other families, well above citywide averages. Parents describe a supportive environment where staff are dedicated to understanding and meeting each child's unique needs, fostering a strong sense of community.