PS/IS 210 21ST CENTURY ACADEMY
PS/IS 210 21ST CENTURY ACADEMY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 421 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 32 teachers, PS/IS 210 21ST CENTURY ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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/IS 210, also known as the 21st Century Academy, is a public school located in the Hamilton Heights neighborhood of Manhattan. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, the school functions as a comprehensive community hub that emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience. Its curriculum is designed to foster both academic achievement and personal growth, aiming to prepare students for the rigors of high school and beyond within a supportive and inclusive environment.
Beyond its core academics, the school is recognized for its commitment to community engagement and student enrichment. By integrating diverse learning opportunities, PS/IS 210 focuses on developing critical thinking and social-emotional skills in its student body. Its location in the vibrant 10031 zip code places it at the heart of a historically rich neighborhood, allowing the school to leverage local resources and partnerships to enhance the educational experience for its families.
For more information, contact PS/IS 210 21ST CENTURY ACADEMY at (212) 283-0012 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
NEW YORK, NY 10031
(212) 283-0012
PS/IS 210 21ST CENTURY ACADEMY is a public Title I school in NEW YORK, NY with about 421 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6
- Total Students:
- 421
- Teachers:
- 32.02
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide 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 421 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending PS/IS 210 21ST CENTURY ACADEMY is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 97% of the student body.
- Hispanic/Latino
- 96.9%
- Black or African American
- 2.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.5%
- Two or more races
- 0.2%
- Female
- 52.0%
- Male
- 48.0%
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.