PS 96 RICHARD RODGERS

PS 96 RICHARD RODGERS 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 957 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 73 teachers, PS 96 RICHARD RODGERS 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.

P.S. 96, also known as the Richard Rodgers School of the Arts and Technology, is a vibrant public elementary school located in the Olinville neighborhood of the Bronx. Serving students from Pre-K through 5th grade, the school is named after the legendary Broadway composer Richard Rodgers and places a strong emphasis on integrating the arts into its academic curriculum. The school fosters a supportive, community-focused environment that aims to cultivate both intellectual growth and creative expression in its students.

Academically, P.S. 96 is committed to providing a comprehensive education that balances core subjects like literacy and mathematics with diverse enrichment opportunities. Because of its thematic focus, the school often incorporates music, theater, and technology projects into its daily routines to help students develop critical thinking and collaborative skills. By maintaining a focus on the "whole child," the administration and staff strive to prepare students for the academic challenges of middle school while encouraging them to be confident, well-rounded individuals within their local community.

For more information, contact PS 96 RICHARD RODGERS at (718) 652-4959 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.