School Overview
P.S. 161 Pedro Albizu Campos, located in the Manhattanville neighborhood of West Harlem, serves as a community-focused public school catering to students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Named after the prominent Puerto Rican nationalist leader, the school honors the cultural heritage of its local community while striving to provide a comprehensive academic foundation. The school's mission emphasizes the development of the "whole child," integrating core curriculum standards with social-emotional learning to prepare students for the rigors of high school and beyond.

The school environment is characterized by its dedication to inclusive education and community engagement. By offering a range of programs that cater to diverse learning needs, P.S. 161 works to create a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage with their surroundings and build strong interpersonal skills. As a central fixture in the 133rd Street corridor, the school maintains an active partnership with local families and neighborhood organizations, positioning itself as a vital resource for both academic advancement and community development in the heart of Harlem.
493
Total Students
61.7
Full-Time Teachers
8.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
101.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PS 161 PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS
Demographic Student Count
White12
Hispanic368
Black96
Asian7
Two or More2
American Indian5
Pacific Islander3
  • Hispanic
    368 (74.6 %)
  • Black
    96 (19.5 %)
  • White
    12 (2.4 %)
  • Asian
    7 (1.4 %)
  • American Indian
    5 (1.0 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.6 %)
  • Two or More
    2 (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 # 5
Phone: (212)690-5945
Website: http://www.psms161.org
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 493
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 61.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 8.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 497
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 4
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 24
Grade 1 34
Grade 2 38
Grade 3 43
Grade 4 49
Grade 5 49
Grade 6 63
Grade 7 86
Grade 8 99
Ungraded 8

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PS 161 PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten24
Grade 134
Grade 238
Grade 343
Grade 449
Grade 549
Grade 663
Grade 786
Grade 899
Ungraded8
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PS 161 PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24649.9%
Male24750.1%
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