PAIDEIA SCHOOL 24

PAIDEIA SCHOOL 24 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in YONKERS, NY with about 480 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 22 teachers, PAIDEIA SCHOOL 24 has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

PAIDEIA SCHOOL 24, located on Colin Street in Yonkers, New York, is a public elementary school serving the Yonkers City School District. The school is part of a district-wide educational initiative rooted in the "Paideia" philosophy, which emphasizes a Socratic approach to learning. This methodology focuses on critical thinking, active participation, and deep engagement with classic texts and ideas, aiming to develop well-rounded students who are prepared for both academic success and active citizenship.

The school is known for its commitment to creating a rigorous yet supportive learning environment that caters to a diverse student body. As part of the Yonkers Public Schools system, School 24 focuses on meeting state curriculum standards while integrating specialized instructional strategies that encourage students to articulate their thoughts clearly and engage in collaborative dialogue. By fostering an intellectual community, the school strives to provide a solid foundation in core subjects like literacy and mathematics while nurturing the personal and social growth of its students.

For more information, contact PAIDEIA SCHOOL 24 at (914) 376-8640 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.