PS 66 SCHOOL OF HIGHER EXPECTATIONS

PS 66 SCHOOL OF HIGHER EXPECTATIONS 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 661 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 56 teachers, PS 66 SCHOOL OF HIGHER EXPECTATIONS 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.

**P.S. 66, the School of Higher Expectations**, located in the Crotona section of the Bronx, is a public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the New York City Department of Education, the school is dedicated to creating a nurturing and structured environment that emphasizes academic growth and character development. Its name, "School of Higher Expectations," reflects a core philosophy of setting ambitious goals for every student, regardless of their background, while fostering a culture of mutual respect and high achievement.

The school places a strong focus on building a community-centered atmosphere, often engaging families and local partners to support student success. Through a standards-based curriculum, P.S. 66 aims to prepare its diverse student population for the rigors of middle school and beyond by focusing on literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional learning. By prioritizing personalized instruction and maintaining an inclusive setting, the school seeks to overcome regional educational challenges and ensure that all students have the tools necessary to meet their full potential.

For more information, contact PS 66 SCHOOL OF HIGHER EXPECTATIONS at (718) 319-2820 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.