PS 56 NORWOOD HEIGHTS

PS 56 NORWOOD HEIGHTS 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 710 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 56 NORWOOD HEIGHTS has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 56, officially known as the Norwood Heights School, is a public elementary school located at 341 E 207th Street in the Norwood section of the Bronx. Serving students from prekindergarten through fifth grade, the school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 10. The school is situated in a densely populated urban environment, positioning it as a foundational community hub for families in the Norwood neighborhood.

Academically, PS 56 focuses on providing a comprehensive core curriculum that emphasizes literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, often incorporating programs designed to address the diverse needs of its student body, including English Language Learners and students with special education requirements. Through a combination of classroom instruction, enrichment activities, and partnerships with local community organizations, PS 56 strives to prepare its students for middle school success while maintaining strong connections with the surrounding neighborhood.

For more information, contact PS 56 NORWOOD HEIGHTS at (718) 920-1100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.