PS 42 CLAREMONT

PS 42 CLAREMONT 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 430 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 32 teachers, PS 42 CLAREMONT 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.

PS 42, also known as the Claremont School, is a public elementary school located in the Morrisania neighborhood of the Bronx, New York. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 9. PS 42 operates with a commitment to providing a foundational education in a supportive environment, focusing on literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development to prepare its diverse student body for middle school and beyond.

The school is deeply integrated into the Claremont/Morrisania community, emphasizing the importance of family engagement and local partnerships. Beyond core academic instruction, PS 42 often incorporates enrichment programs and resources aimed at addressing the unique needs of its urban setting. By fostering a culture of high expectations and inclusivity, the school strives to create a stable learning environment that helps students overcome barriers and achieve academic progress in a collaborative, school-wide community.

For more information, contact PS 42 CLAREMONT at (718) 583-7366 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.