PS 214

PS 214 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12 school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 1,084 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 72 teachers, PS 214 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 214, located at 1970 West Farms Road in the Bronx, is a public elementary school serving students in the Crotona/West Farms community. As part of the New York City Department of Education, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and preparing students for the transition to middle school. The school typically serves a diverse student population, emphasizing inclusive education and community engagement to help children from various backgrounds succeed.

In addition to its core curriculum, PS 214 often integrates programs designed to enhance student growth through art, technology, and extracurricular activities. By leveraging its location in the Bronx, the school strives to build strong partnerships with local families and neighborhood organizations to ensure that students have the resources they need both inside and outside the classroom. The school’s mission generally centers on promoting a culture of high expectations and nurturing a lifelong love of learning within its student body.

For more information, contact PS 214 at (718) 589-6728 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.