SCHOOL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CITIZENSHIP

SCHOOL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CITIZENSHIP 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 597 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 45 teachers, SCHOOL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CITIZENSHIP 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 SCHOOL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CITIZENSHIP (located at 125 E 181st St in the Bronx) is a specialized public secondary school operating within the New York City Department of Education system. True to its name, the school integrates environmental stewardship, sustainability, and civic engagement into its academic framework. It aims to provide students with a rigorous college-preparatory education while fostering an awareness of how local and global environmental issues intersect with social justice and urban living.

Beyond the traditional core curriculum, the school emphasizes project-based learning and hands-on experiences that encourage students to become active participants in their community. By focusing on environmental science and the responsibilities of global citizenship, the institution seeks to empower students to analyze complex environmental challenges and develop sustainable solutions. The school's mission is generally centered on equipping youth with the critical thinking skills and scientific literacy necessary to advocate for a healthier, more sustainable future in their own neighborhoods and beyond.

For more information, contact SCHOOL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CITIZENSHIP at (718) 563-3292 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.