P.S. 6 Corporal Allan F. Kivlehan School

P.S. 6's 66.8% ELA proficiency and 65.7% math proficiency both edge out the District 31 averages of 61.3% and 61.0%, respectively. The trajectory since 2016–17 has been generally upward — ELA climbed from the high 40s into the mid-60s and 70s, while math has hovered in the 60s with a 2023 peak at 74.9%. There's a noticeable dip at Grade 4 (60.9% ELA, 56.3% math) before Grade 5 rebounds to the school's strongest scores (73.6% ELA, 67.6% math), suggesting the older students are more settled and confident test-takers.

The survey numbers here are striking: 100% of teachers say there's strong school-community relationships and trust between teachers and the principal, 99% rate instruction quality highly, and 100% report feeling safe. Parent satisfaction is 95% and parent-teacher trust sits at 97%, with a 69% family survey response rate — high enough to take seriously. There have been zero suspensions for three straight years. One number parents should ask about: chronic absenteeism is reported at 81.9%, which is very high even by citywide post-pandemic standards, despite a 92.9% attendance rate — worth a direct conversation with the school about what that means day-to-day.

The student body is 73% white and 21% Hispanic, with small Black, Asian, and multiracial populations — a demographic profile that closely mirrors Tottenville-Charleston's mostly white, homeowner-heavy population. The economic need index of 32.8 is well below the citywide average, reflecting the neighborhood's relative affluence. One demographic worth noting: 36% of students have IEPs, which is on the higher side and means inclusive practices and special education staffing are an everyday reality here, not an afterthought.

Tottenville-Charleston is one of the most stably middle-class corners of the city: median household income around $128,000, a 6.5% poverty rate, and 77.6% homeownership. More than a quarter of households have children, and the 36.4% rate of residents with a bachelor's degree or higher reflects an educated parent base. It's a car-first, sidewalk-second kind of place — most families drive, and the rhythm of the block feels more commuter-belt than city.

There's no subway at the door — the nearest options are Richmond Valley on the SIR about a 14-minute walk away and Arthur Kill on the SIR about 16 minutes, so most families drive or carpool.