PS 159 LUIS MUMOZ MARIN BILING

142 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
PS 159, also known as the Luis Muñoz Marín School, is a public elementary school located in the Tremont section of the Bronx, New York. Serving students from prekindergarten through grade 5, the school is deeply rooted in its community and is named in honor of Luis Muñoz Marín, the first democratically elected governor of Puerto Rico. As a bilingual institution, the school places a significant emphasis on linguistic and cultural inclusivity, offering programs designed to support English Language Learners and celebrate the diverse cultural backgrounds of its student body.

The school strives to provide a nurturing and supportive academic environment that focuses on both rigorous instruction and the social-emotional development of its students. PS 159 emphasizes core subjects like literacy and mathematics while integrating arts, enrichment activities, and community involvement to create a well-rounded educational experience. By fostering a collaborative atmosphere between teachers, families, and administrators, PS 159 aims to equip its students with the foundational skills and confidence necessary for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.
142
Total Students
12.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
90.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PS 159 LUIS MUMOZ MARIN BILING
Demographic Student Count
Hispanic122
Black18
Two or More1
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    122 (85.9 %)
  • Black
    18 (12.7 %)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.7 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.7 %)
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)584-6140
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 142
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 12.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 128
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 1
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 18
Grade 1 28
Grade 2 25
Grade 3 19
Grade 4 22
Grade 5 30

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PS 159 LUIS MUMOZ MARIN BILING
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten18
Grade 128
Grade 225
Grade 319
Grade 422
Grade 530
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PS 159 LUIS MUMOZ MARIN BILING
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female7854.9%
Male6445.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)