S.T.A.R. Leadership Academy

P.S. 377, also known as S.T.A.R. Leadership Academy, serves students from 3-K through 5th grade in Queens. The school fosters a positive and supportive environment, reflected in its "Excellent" rating for relationships with families and a "Good" rating for safety and school climate. Parents consistently report high satisfaction with the school's teachers and overall environment, with survey responses overwhelmingly positive. Academically, students demonstrate strong performance, with math proficiency well above the citywide median and ELA proficiency slightly exceeding it. The school emphasizes developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and self-awareness, fostering a culture of analytical thinking and social intelligence. A notable feature is its "Leader in Me" program, which instills leadership skills based on Stephen Covey's 7 Habits. The school offers a variety of programs including music, a STEAM Lab, a Multimedia Broadcasting Studio, and dance classes. While the school's Instruction and Performance rating is "Fair," its strong proficiency rates and high parent satisfaction suggest a generally effective learning environment. The campus is fully accessible and includes facilities like a visual art room, library, and gymnatorium.