PS 37 MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCE SCHOOL

PS 37 MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCE SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10 school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 647 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 43 teachers, PS 37 MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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. 37, located in the Kingsbridge section of the Bronx, is a unique educational institution that distinguishes itself through its commitment to the "Multiple Intelligences" framework. Based on the theory developed by Howard Gardner, the school integrates this philosophy into its daily curriculum, recognizing that students possess a wide variety of strengths—ranging from musical and spatial to interpersonal and logical-mathematical. Rather than focusing solely on traditional testing, the school aims to provide a well-rounded learning environment where students are encouraged to demonstrate their understanding and talents through diverse, creative, and personalized methods.

Beyond its pedagogical approach, P.S. 37 functions as a tight-knit community hub for families in the 10463 zip code. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive, inclusive atmosphere that values the individual identity of every child. By blending core academic instruction with extracurricular opportunities that highlight diverse intelligences, the school seeks to build student confidence and prepare them for future academic success, all while maintaining a collaborative relationship with parents and the surrounding Bronx neighborhood.

For more information, contact PS 37 MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCE SCHOOL at (718) 796-0360 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.