PS 160 WALTER FRANCIS BISHOP

PS 160 WALTER FRANCIS BISHOP is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28 school district, located in JAMAICA, NY with about 654 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 49 teachers, PS 160 WALTER FRANCIS BISHOP 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 160, also known as the Walter Francis Bishop School, is a public elementary school located in the Jamaica neighborhood of Queens, New York. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 28. It is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive academic environment that emphasizes core literacy and mathematical proficiency while preparing students for the rigors of middle school.

Beyond its core curriculum, PS 160 strives to cultivate a well-rounded educational experience by integrating social-emotional learning and community-focused initiatives. The school typically offers a variety of enrichment programs, such as arts, physical education, and technology integration, aimed at developing students' critical thinking and collaboration skills. By maintaining a focus on student achievement and family engagement, PS 160 works to serve as a cornerstone for the local Jamaica community, helping its diverse student population succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact PS 160 WALTER FRANCIS BISHOP at (718) 526-5523 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.