New York City''s Best Public Pre-K and Elementary Schools: A Parents'' Guide
English
By (author): Clara Hemphill Lydie Raschka
Completely revised with new profiles of more than 150 elementary schools and pre-kindergarten programs!
For nearly 2 decades, parents have looked to Clara Hemphill to help them find a good public school for their child. This Fourth Edition features all-new reviews of more than 150 of the citys best public elementary schools, based on visits and in-depth interviews by the InsideSchools staff. This essential guide uncovers the inside scoop on schools (the condition of the building, special programs, teacher quality, and more), includes a checklist of things to look for on a school tour, and incorporates new listings of charter schools and stand-alone pre-kindergarten programs. It also provides the hard facts on:
- Total school enrollment
- Test scores for reading and math
- Ethnic makeup
- Who gets in?
- Admissions requirements
- Teaching methods and styles
- Special education services
- How to apply