FAMILY SCHOOL (THE)

FAMILY SCHOOL (THE) 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 565 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 41 teachers, FAMILY SCHOOL (THE) 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.

The Family School (P.S. 114), located at 1116 Sheridan 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’s District 9, the school is situated in the Mount Eden/Concourse area. It functions as a foundational academic institution for its local community, focusing on providing core primary education while emphasizing social-emotional development and the fundamental skills necessary for students to transition successfully to middle school.

The school is characterized by its efforts to foster a supportive learning environment that encourages parental involvement and community engagement, reflecting its name. Like many schools in the Bronx district, The Family School works to address the diverse academic needs of its student population through a structured curriculum that includes reading, mathematics, science, and social studies. It serves as a vital neighborhood hub, prioritizing a collaborative atmosphere where educators, students, and families work together to support student achievement and personal growth within the urban school system.

For more information, contact FAMILY SCHOOL (THE) at (718) 538-3266 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.