EARTH SCHOOL
The Earth School, located on East 6th Street in Manhattan’s East Village, is a public elementary school (PS 364) that distinguishes itself through a commitment to progressive education and social-emotional learning. The school operates on a philosophy that treats children as active participants in their own learning, emphasizing experiential activities, collaborative projects, and the development of empathy and community responsibility. Its curriculum is designed to be holistic, encouraging students to think critically while nurturing their natural curiosity about the world around them.
Beyond traditional academics, the Earth School is well-regarded for its emphasis on sustainability and its deep integration into the local community. The school environment is intentionally inclusive and values student voice, often highlighting themes of social justice, peace, and environmental stewardship. By fostering a close-knit, supportive atmosphere, the Earth School aims to cultivate not just high-achieving students, but thoughtful, engaged citizens who are prepared to contribute positively to the broader society.
NEW YORK, NY 10009
(212) 477-1735
http://www.theearthschool.org
EARTH SCHOOL is a public school in NEW YORK, NY with about 349 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1
- Total Students:
- 349
- Teachers:
- 29.01
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 349 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 38.7%
- White
- 34.4%
- Black or African American
- 11.2%
- Two or more races
- 8.9%
- Asian
- 6.9%
- Female
- 45.6%
- Male
- 54.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.