PS/MS 194

PS/MS 194 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 1,326 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 88 teachers, PS/MS 194 has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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/MS 194, located on Waterbury Avenue in the Pelham Bay section of the Bronx, is a public school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As a "zoned" neighborhood school, it operates under the New York City Department of Education and is designed to provide a continuous educational environment that bridges the gap between early childhood development and the transition into high school. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive community atmosphere where students can grow academically and socially throughout their formative years.

Academically, PS/MS 194 focuses on building foundational literacy and numeracy skills in the elementary grades, while transitioning into a more departmentalized and rigorous curriculum for middle schoolers. The school typically offers various extracurricular activities, arts programs, and support services tailored to meet the diverse needs of its student population. By housing both primary and middle school grades under one roof, the institution aims to create a consistent culture of learning and mentorship, allowing for stronger relationships between students, families, and staff over the course of the students' nine-year tenure at the school.

For more information, contact PS/MS 194 at (718) 892-5270 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.