PS 158 BAYLARD TAYLOR
PS 158 BAYLARD TAYLOR is a public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 787 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 46 teachers, PS 158 BAYLARD TAYLOR has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.
P.S. 158, also known as the Bayard Taylor School, is a highly regarded public elementary school located in the Yorkville neighborhood of Manhattan's Upper East Side. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is well-known for its strong academic reputation, stable leadership, and active parent community. It consistently earns high marks in city-wide assessments and is widely considered a cornerstone of the local community, attracting families who prioritize a rigorous, structured environment with a focus on core curriculum subjects.
Beyond academics, P.S. 158 is recognized for its commitment to a well-rounded education that incorporates the arts, music, and physical education. The school benefits from a very involved Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) that helps fund enrichment programs and classroom resources, fostering a collaborative atmosphere between educators and families. Due to its location in a desirable residential area and its consistent performance, the school typically maintains high enrollment levels and remains one of the more sought-after zoned schools within the New York City Department of Education’s District 2.
For more information, contact PS 158 BAYLARD TAYLOR at (212) 744-6562 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
NEW YORK, NY 10021-8898
(212) 744-6562
PS 158 BAYLARD TAYLOR is a public school in NEW YORK, NY with about 787 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
- Total Students:
- 787
- Teachers:
- 46.03
- 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 787 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending PS 158 BAYLARD TAYLOR is predominantly White, representing about 72% of the student body.
- White
- 72.3%
- Asian
- 11.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 7.6%
- Two or more races
- 5.1%
- Black or African American
- 2.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.8%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 47.6%
- Male
- 52.4%
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.