PS/MS 280 MOSHOLU PARKWAY

699 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
PS/MS 280, also known as the Mosholu Parkway School, is a public school located in the Norwood section of the Bronx, serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As a "zoned" school, it functions as a foundational part of the local community, emphasizing a comprehensive educational experience that bridges the gap between early childhood development and the transition to high school. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet New York City Department of Education standards, focusing on core academic subjects while fostering social-emotional growth in a diverse urban environment.

The school is noted for its commitment to providing a supportive learning atmosphere that addresses the needs of a wide range of students. By housing both elementary and middle school grades under one roof, PS/MS 280 allows for long-term academic continuity, enabling teachers and staff to build lasting relationships with students and their families over the course of nine years. Located near the Mosholu Parkway, the school plays an active role in the local neighborhood, striving to prepare its students for success in competitive high school programs and beyond.
699
Total Students
64.6
Full-Time Teachers
10.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
90.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PS/MS 280 MOSHOLU PARKWAY
Demographic Student Count
White30
Hispanic532
Black68
Asian41
Two or More4
American Indian3
Pacific Islander21
  • Hispanic
    532 (76.1 %)
  • Black
    68 (9.7 %)
  • Asian
    41 (5.9 %)
  • White
    30 (4.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    21 (3.0 %)
  • Two or More
    4 (0.6 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (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)405-6360
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 699
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 64.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.8
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: 626
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 5
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 65
Grade 1 71
Grade 2 73
Grade 3 72
Grade 4 67
Grade 5 91
Grade 6 75
Grade 7 90
Grade 8 94
Ungraded 1

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PS/MS 280 MOSHOLU PARKWAY
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten65
Grade 171
Grade 273
Grade 372
Grade 467
Grade 591
Grade 675
Grade 790
Grade 894
Ungraded1
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PS/MS 280 MOSHOLU PARKWAY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female35050.1%
Male34949.9%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)