PS 170

PS 170 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9 school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 266 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 2nd 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 21 teachers, PS 170 has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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. 170, located on Townsend Avenue in the Mount Eden section of the Bronx, is a public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the New York City Department of Education, the school is deeply integrated into its local community, focusing on providing a foundational academic experience for a diverse student population. The school environment is characterized by a commitment to supporting the social-emotional and academic development of its students, often utilizing a wide array of support services to ensure that children from various backgrounds have the resources they need to succeed in the classroom.

Academically, P.S. 170 emphasizes core subjects like literacy and mathematics while striving to foster a welcoming school culture. Like many schools in the Bronx, the administration and staff are tasked with navigating the unique challenges of an urban school district, often focusing on English Language Learner (ELL) support and inclusive education practices. By prioritizing small-group instruction and community engagement, the school aims to prepare its young learners for middle school success and to instill a sense of pride and belonging within the local neighborhood.

For more information, contact PS 170 at (718) 583-0662 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.