PS 160 WALT DISNEY

PS 160 WALT DISNEY 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 405 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 36 teachers, PS 160 WALT DISNEY has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 160, also known as the Walt Disney School, is a public elementary school located in the Baychester neighborhood of the Bronx, New York. Serving students in grades PK through 5, the school is situated along the Hutchinson River Parkway and functions as a community hub within the local school district. It is committed to providing a foundational education that emphasizes core academic skills, character development, and student engagement within a structured, supportive environment.

The school is recognized for fostering a diverse, inclusive atmosphere where faculty and staff focus on the holistic growth of their students. Beyond the standard curriculum, PS 160 typically integrates various enrichment opportunities and school-wide events intended to encourage parental involvement and community spirit. By maintaining a focus on literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional learning, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact PS 160 WALT DISNEY at (718) 822-8402 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.