P.S. 6 Corporal Allan F. Kivlehan School

P.S. 6 outperforms the district on both ELA (66.8% vs. 61.3%) and math (65.7% vs. 61.0%), with an overall score of 2.65 compared to the district average of 2.45. Looking at the trend, scores fluctuated between 2016-2019, dipped in 2022, then surged in 2023 (72% ELA, 74.9% math) before settling to current levels. Grade 5 performs strongest in ELA (73.6%), while Grade 3 leads in math (72.2%). The school has essentially returned to its post-pandemic peak performance in math while holding steady in ELA — a solid trajectory compared to many district schools still searching for recovery.

This is where P.S. 6 really stands out. Parent satisfaction sits at 95%, parent-teacher trust at 97%, and parent-principal trust at an exceptional 99%. Teachers report 100% trust in the principal and 100% safety, with 99% rating instruction quality as strong. The school has maintained zero suspensions for three consecutive years — a discipline record that signals a restorative or relationship-based approach rather than punitive measures. However, chronic absenteeism at 81.9% is a notable concern; Hispanic students have the lowest chronic absenteeism rate (67.8%) while White students highest (85.3%), suggesting attendance challenges may relate to family schedules or health rather than school climate.

The student body is predominantly White (73%) with 21% Hispanic, 3% Asian, and 2% Black — less diverse than the district overall, with a diversity index of 45%. This mirrors the Tottenville-Charleston neighborhood, which is affluent (median household income $128,193), has low poverty (6.5%), and high homeownership (77.6%). About a third of students (36%) have IEPs, which is notable. PTA fundraising of $96 per student is below the district average of $141, which may reflect less aggressive fundraising rather than lower engagement. Family survey response rate of 69% is strong, with 361 responses indicating active participation.

Tottenville-Charleston is a quiet, residential corner of Staten Island characterized by single-family homes, a 77.6% homeownership rate, and strong family orientation. Safety scores are high (84.67 percentile), and the area has an education orientation score of 92.72 — meaning families here prioritize schooling. Transit access is very low (18.77), making a car essential for most families. There are parks and family resources in the area, but the neighborhood is spread out and feels more suburban than urban. The low poverty rate (6.5%) and high median home values ($796,259) reinforce the economically stable character of the community.

This is a car-dependent neighborhood. Most families will drive; walking is feasible for those who live nearby, but there is no subway access and limited bus service compared to other parts of the city. Families should factor commute time into their decision.