PS 103 HECTOR FONTANEZ

PS 103 HECTOR FONTANEZ 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 1,135 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 86 teachers, PS 103 HECTOR FONTANEZ 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.

PS 103, also known as the Hector Fontanez School, is a public elementary school located in the Wakefield neighborhood of the Bronx, New York. Serving students from prekindergarten through fifth grade, the school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 11. The school is named in honor of Hector Fontanez, reflecting its commitment to serving the local community and providing a structured academic environment for a diverse student population in the Bronx.

Academically, PS 103 focuses on foundational literacy and numeracy skills while fostering a supportive social-emotional environment. Like many schools in the district, it emphasizes student engagement through various classroom initiatives and enrichment programs aimed at preparing children for middle school success. The school maintains a strong emphasis on community involvement, encouraging parental participation to support the overall development and well-being of its students.

For more information, contact PS 103 HECTOR FONTANEZ at (718) 655-0261 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.