LUISA PINEIRO FUENTES SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND DISCOVERY

LUISA PINEIRO FUENTES SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND DISCOVERY 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 388 students offering grade levels from 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, LUISA PINEIRO FUENTES SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND DISCOVERY has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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 LUISA PINEIRO FUENTES SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND DISCOVERY (P.S. 396), located in the Kingsbridge Heights neighborhood of the Bronx, is a public elementary school serving students from Pre-K through 5th grade. As its name suggests, the school places a strong emphasis on inquiry-based learning, utilizing a science-centric curriculum designed to foster critical thinking, curiosity, and hands-on exploration. The school aims to create a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to engage deeply with the world around them through observation, experimentation, and collaborative discovery.

Beyond its academic focus on science, the school is deeply integrated into the local community and is committed to supporting the diverse needs of its student population. The school environment prioritizes social-emotional development alongside academic rigor, striving to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond. By providing a structured yet stimulating classroom experience, P.S. 396 works to empower its students to become proactive learners and confident problem-solvers who are well-equipped for a future in an increasingly complex world.

For more information, contact LUISA PINEIRO FUENTES SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND DISCOVERY at (718) 601-2632 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.