Public School 13
31R013 — Stapleton, Staten Island
A nurturing, community-driven elementary education where every child is celebrated.
Serving grades K-5 — home to 450 students and a proud PROSE school.
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About Our School
Where every child belongs.
Founded in 1903, PS 13 serves Staten Island’s Stapleton neighborhood with a K-5 curriculum rooted in the Orton-Gillingham reading approach and a commitment to wellness through our Health Hive initiative.
We believe learning thrives in a caring, inclusive community—where students explore gardening, basketball, and the arts alongside rigorous academics.
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What We Offer
Our Programs
Where academics, wellness, and creativity grow together.
Orton-Gillingham Reading
Our K-5 literacy program builds strong readers through structured, multisensory phonics instruction tailored to each child’s pace.
Explore LiteracyHealth Hive Wellness
From gardening clubs to mobile dental visits, we nurture students’ physical and emotional well-being through hands-on, pollinator-friendly programs.
Learn MoreCarol Caputo Classic Basketball
Our co-ed elementary league fosters teamwork and school spirit, culminating in the annual tournament honoring a beloved community leader.
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