3-K & Pre-K
Thank you for your interest in PS 96, serving grades 3K through 8th.
Thank you for your interest in PS 96, serving grades 3K through 8th. PS 96 is a District 4 school, which is a zoned district.
To Apply to Kindergarten or 6th Grade
NYC families can use MySchools to apply to kindergarten and middle school in the DOE.
3-K & Pre-K Eligibility
Children who turn four during the current calendar year (January 1 through December 31) are eligible for Pre-K, and children who turn three during the current calendar year are eligible for 3-K.
3-K
Children who turn three during the current calendar year (January 1 – December 31).
A nurturing, play-based first classroom experience where our youngest Lions develop social, emotional, and early literacy skills through guided exploration.
- 15 students per class
- One head teacher + one paraprofessional
- Born in 2023 for Fall 2026
Pre-K
Children who turn four during the current calendar year (January 1 – December 31).
Pre-K at PS 96 prepares children for kindergarten and beyond through hands-on learning, literacy-rich classrooms, and a strong foundation in math and social skills.
- 18 students per class
- One head teacher + one paraprofessional
- Born in 2022 for Fall 2026
Fall 2026 Admissions
Kindergarten
Children born in 2021
3-K & Pre-K
Born in 2023 (3-K) and 2022 (Pre-K 4s)
Applications are submitted through MySchools NYC.
Middle School Admissions
Welcome to P.S. 96 Joseph Lanzetta School, located in Manhattan's District 4! Families applying for 6th grade must submit an application through the NYC MySchools (opens in a new tab) platform.
Admissions Priorities
Applications are considered in the following order:
- Continuing students
- Applicants who have a sibling enrolled at P.S. 96 for the upcoming school year
- Students who live within our elementary school zone
Visit Our School
School tours are a great way to experience P.S. 96 firsthand and learn what makes our school special. Tours are led by our students and staff and give families the opportunity to visit classrooms and school spaces, meet staff and see our students' learning in action. We look forward to showing you around!
Middle School Admissions Timeline
Middle school application opens
Middle school application closes
Middle school offers are released
Enrollment Questions?
Our team is here to help you through every step of the application process.