PS/MS 498 VAN NEST ACADEMY

www.498vannestacademy.org

599 Students

Elementary School K - 8th

School Overview

**PS/MS 498 Van Nest Academy**, located in the Bronx, is a vibrant public school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through eighth grade. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive, inclusive community. The curriculum is designed to balance rigorous academic instruction with social-emotional learning, ensuring that students are not only prepared for high school but are also equipped with the critical thinking and interpersonal skills necessary to succeed in a diverse society.

Beyond the core classroom subjects, Van Nest Academy prides itself on offering a well-rounded educational experience that integrates the arts, technology, and extracurricular activities. The school actively encourages parent and community involvement, viewing it as a vital component of student success. By maintaining a structured and nurturing environment, PS/MS 498 aims to empower its students to become lifelong learners and responsible citizens who are ready to contribute meaningfully to their community.

599

Total Students

52.2

Full-Time Teachers

11.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

84.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PS/MS 498 VAN NEST ACADEMY
Demographic	Student Count
White	119
Hispanic	366
Black	56
Asian	43
Two or More	11
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	1

Hispanic
366 (61.1 %)
White
119 (19.9 %)
Black
56 (9.3 %)
Asian
43 (7.2 %)
Two or More
11 (1.8 %)
American Indian
3 (0.5 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2 %)

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 #11
Phone:	(718)409-3001
Website:	http://www.498vannestacademy.org
Grade Range:	K - 8th
Total Students:	599
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	52.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	484
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	24

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 48

Grade 1 49

Grade 2 49

Grade 3 55

Grade 4 58

Grade 5 67

Grade 6 93

Grade 7 92

Grade 8 88