PS 76 BENNINGTON SCHOOL (THE)

PS 76 BENNINGTON SCHOOL (THE) is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11 school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 958 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 66 teachers, PS 76 BENNINGTON SCHOOL (THE) 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 76, also known as The Bennington School, is a public elementary school located in the Baychester neighborhood of the Bronx, New York. Serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through grade 5, the school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 11. The school is known for its commitment to providing a structured and supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic rigor and social-emotional development.

The Bennington School places a strong focus on fostering a close-knit community atmosphere, often engaging families through various school events and collaborative programs. The curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body, incorporating literacy and mathematics as core pillars while providing enrichment opportunities to prepare students for middle school transitions. By maintaining a focus on core values like respect and responsibility, PS 76 aims to equip its students with the foundational skills and character traits necessary for long-term academic success.

For more information, contact PS 76 BENNINGTON SCHOOL (THE) at (718) 882-8865 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.