P.S. 098 Shorac Kappock

P.S. 098 Shorac Kappock is an elementary school (PK-5) located in Manhattan, serving a small student body of 224. The school has a high percentage of students who are economically disadvantaged and English Language Learners, both well above citywide medians. Academic proficiency in both ELA (37%) and Math (35%) is below the citywide 25th percentile, indicating an area for growth, and external sources consistently note performance below district and state averages. A notable strength is the school's extremely low suspension rate of 0%, suggesting a positive and well-managed school climate. Parent sentiment is overwhelmingly positive in official surveys, reflecting strong family relationships and satisfaction with the school environment. However, online reviews present a mixed picture, with some parents praising the leadership and the dual language program, while others express serious concerns about fairness and student well-being. The school offers Spanish Dual Language programs for Pre-K and Kindergarten, providing a bilingual educational option. The building is fully accessible, and average class sizes are relatively small at 17.33 students.