PS 24 SPUYTEN DUYVIL
731 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
PS 24 Spuyten Duyvil, located in the Riverdale section of the Bronx, is widely recognized as one of the most sought-after public elementary schools in New York City. Known for its strong academic reputation and high performance on state assessments, the school serves a diverse student body from Pre-K through fifth grade. It has long been praised by parents and educators alike for maintaining a rigorous curriculum, fostering a supportive community atmosphere, and benefiting from a highly engaged parent body that actively contributes to school enrichment programs and extracurricular opportunities.
Beyond academics, PS 24 is noted for its stability and long-standing leadership, which has helped create a consistent learning environment for its students. While the school faces the common challenges of high enrollment and overcrowding—a reality for many popular schools in District 10—it remains a top choice for families in the area. The school focuses on a well-rounded education, integrating traditional classroom learning with various school-wide events and community-building initiatives that characterize its reputation as a cornerstone of the Spuyten Duyvil/Riverdale neighborhood.
Beyond academics, PS 24 is noted for its stability and long-standing leadership, which has helped create a consistent learning environment for its students. While the school faces the common challenges of high enrollment and overcrowding—a reality for many popular schools in District 10—it remains a top choice for families in the area. The school focuses on a well-rounded education, integrating traditional classroom learning with various school-wide events and community-building initiatives that characterize its reputation as a cornerstone of the Spuyten Duyvil/Riverdale neighborhood.
731
Total Students
48.8
Full-Time Teachers
15.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
37.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 258 |
| Hispanic | 318 |
| Black | 60 |
| Asian | 51 |
| Two or More | 35 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 6 |
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Hispanic318 (43.5 %)
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White258 (35.3 %)
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Black60 (8.2 %)
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Asian51 (7.0 %)
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Two or More35 (4.8 %)
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Pacific Islander6 (0.8 %)
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American Indian3 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10 |
| Phone: | (718)796-8845 |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 731 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 48.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 254 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 23 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
149
Grade 1
127
Grade 2
115
Grade 3
102
Grade 4
111
Grade 5
127
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 149 |
| Grade 1 | 127 |
| Grade 2 | 115 |
| Grade 3 | 102 |
| Grade 4 | 111 |
| Grade 5 | 127 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 338 | 46.2% |
| Male | 393 | 53.8% |
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