PS 35 FRANZ SIEGEL

PS 35 FRANZ SIEGEL 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 665 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 49 teachers, PS 35 FRANZ SIEGEL 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.

P.S. 35 Franz Siegel, located in the Concourse neighborhood of the Bronx, serves a diverse student population in grades PK–5. The school is deeply rooted in its community and is known for fostering a supportive, nurturing environment that prioritizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. By maintaining a focus on core subjects like literacy and mathematics, the school aims to prepare its students for the rigors of middle school while encouraging a lifelong love of learning.

Beyond its standard curriculum, P.S. 35 emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and student engagement. The school frequently implements programs designed to meet the varying needs of its learners, including English Language Learners and students with disabilities, ensuring that every child has access to equitable educational opportunities. With a strong commitment to family involvement and community partnerships, P.S. 35 Franz Siegel works to create a collaborative culture where teachers, parents, and administrators work together to support the holistic success of each student.

For more information, contact PS 35 FRANZ SIEGEL at (718) 681-7214 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

261 E 163RD ST
BRONX, NY 10451
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PS 35 FRANZ SIEGEL is a public Title I school in BRONX, NY with about 665 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
665
Teachers:
49
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
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 665 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PS 35 FRANZ SIEGEL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 70% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
70.2%
Black or African American
26.8%
White
1.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.8%
Asian
0.5%
Two or more races
0.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
47.1%
Male
52.9%

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.