P.S. 055 Henry M. Boehm

P.S. 055 Henry M. Boehm is a well-regarded elementary school in Staten Island, serving students from Pre-K through 5th grade. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, with ELA proficiency at 78% and Math proficiency at 82%, both significantly exceeding the citywide 75th percentile. Parents consistently express high satisfaction, describing a caring and supportive environment where children thrive. The school is known for its dedicated and responsive faculty who are praised for meeting individual student needs and fostering a close-knit community. A notable strength is the school's low chronic absenteeism rate, which is well below the citywide 25th percentile, indicating strong student engagement and attendance. Additionally, the school effectively supports students with disabilities, with a higher percentage achieving proficiency in state math exams compared to the citywide average. However, a recent concern involved reports of hundreds of children's books being removed from the school for reasons related to their content, raising questions about administrative practices. The school actively engages students through initiatives like a Student Council and a Green Team, promoting leadership and environmental awareness.