WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY

WASHINGTON HEIGHTS 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 575 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 34 teachers, WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY (P.S. 366) is a community-focused public school located in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Upper Manhattan. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, the school is known for its commitment to fostering a nurturing, inclusive learning environment. It emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that blends rigorous academics with social-emotional development, aiming to prepare students for success in high school and beyond.

The school is distinguished by its strong community partnerships and its dedication to the specific needs of its local population, including a significant focus on multilingual learners. WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY prioritizes active parental involvement and a collaborative culture among staff, which helps create a stable and supportive atmosphere for students. By offering various extracurricular opportunities and emphasizing personalized instruction, the school strives to cultivate both academic excellence and character growth in every child.

For more information, contact WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ACADEMY at (212) 304-3320 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.