PHOENICIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PHOENICIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ONTEORA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in PHOENICIA, NY with about 127 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 3rd 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 15 teachers, PHOENICIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

PHOENICIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public institution located in the heart of the Catskill Mountains, serving as a key component of the Onteora Central School District. Nestled in the small, scenic community of Phoenicia, New York, the school is known for its intimate, community-focused learning environment. It emphasizes a strong connection to its unique rural surroundings, often integrating the local natural landscape into its educational approach to foster a sense of place and environmental awareness among its students.

As part of the Onteora district, the school provides a comprehensive primary education curriculum designed to prepare students for middle school while nurturing social-emotional growth. The school prides itself on a supportive faculty and staff that prioritize individualized attention, leveraging the small-school atmosphere to encourage close partnerships between teachers, students, and local families. By balancing traditional academic standards with a focus on community values, Phoenicia Elementary serves as a vital educational anchor for the residents of the surrounding area.

For more information, contact PHOENICIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (845) 688-5580 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.