PS 11 HIGHBRIDGE

PS 11 HIGHBRIDGE 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 595 students offering grade levels from 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 50 teachers, PS 11 HIGHBRIDGE 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 11 HIGHBRIDGE**, located at 1257 Ogden Avenue in 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 situated in the heart of the Highbridge community, an area known for its rich history and vibrant, culturally diverse population. The school’s mission focuses on providing a nurturing and rigorous academic environment designed to prepare its students for success in middle school and beyond, with a strong emphasis on foundational literacy and mathematics.

Beyond the standard curriculum, PS 11 HIGHBRIDGE is deeply integrated into its surrounding neighborhood and strives to act as a community anchor. The school often prioritizes social-emotional learning and inclusive practices to support a diverse student body, which includes a significant percentage of English Language Learners and students with varying academic needs. By fostering partnerships with families and local organizations, PS 11 aims to offer a holistic educational experience that addresses not only the intellectual growth of its students but also their physical and emotional well-being within a supportive, collaborative school culture.

For more information, contact PS 11 HIGHBRIDGE at (718) 681-7553 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.