PS 157 GROVE HILL

PS 157 GROVE HILL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 7 school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 646 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 56 teachers, PS 157 GROVE HILL 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 157, also known as the Grove Hill School, is a public elementary school located in the Morrisania section of the Bronx, New York. Serving students from Pre-K through 5th grade, the school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 9. PS 157 is situated in a densely populated neighborhood, and it functions as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing the importance of academic development alongside social and emotional growth in its young learners.

The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on literacy, mathematics, and character education. By prioritizing student engagement and data-driven instruction, PS 157 strives to prepare its diverse student body for the challenges of middle school and beyond. In addition to core academics, the school often coordinates with local programs and families to ensure that students receive a well-rounded educational experience that accounts for both their individual learning needs and the cultural richness of the Bronx community.

For more information, contact PS 157 GROVE HILL at (718) 292-5255 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.