PS 204 MORRIS HEIGHTS

PS 204 MORRIS HEIGHTS 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 628 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 38 teachers, PS 204 MORRIS HEIGHTS has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 204, known as the Morris Heights School, is a public elementary school located in the Morris Heights neighborhood of the Bronx, New York. Serving students from prekindergarten through grade 5, the school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 9. The school is situated at 1780 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, positioned within a densely populated residential area characterized by a diverse community and a long-standing history of educational service to the local families of the Bronx.

Academically, PS 204 focuses on foundational learning and social-emotional development, striving to provide a supportive environment for its diverse student body, which includes a significant population of English Language Learners and students receiving special education services. The school emphasizes literacy, mathematics, and collaborative learning, often utilizing New York City’s standard curriculum frameworks to prepare students for middle school transitions. Beyond academics, the school community frequently works to engage parents and local stakeholders through community-based initiatives, aiming to overcome socioeconomic challenges and foster a safe, inclusive space for childhood development in one of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods.

For more information, contact PS 204 MORRIS HEIGHTS at (718) 960-9520 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.