PS 140 NATHAN STRAUS

PS 140 NATHAN STRAUS is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 371 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, PS 140 NATHAN STRAUS has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

PS 140, also known as the Nathan Straus School, is a public elementary school located at 123 Ridge Street in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. Serving students from Pre-K through 5th grade, the school is situated within the New York City Geographic District #1. The school is named in honor of Nathan Straus, a prominent 19th-century businessman, philanthropist, and former co-owner of Macy’s department store, who was best known for his tireless efforts to promote public health and combat poverty in New York City.

The school operates as a central part of its vibrant, culturally diverse community, emphasizing a supportive environment for its student body. Like many schools in the Lower East Side, PS 140 focuses on fostering academic growth while addressing the social and emotional needs of its diverse population. The school frequently engages with local partnerships and educational initiatives designed to enrich the standard curriculum, aiming to prepare its young learners for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact PS 140 NATHAN STRAUS at (212) 677-4680 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.