ANTONIA PANTOJA PREPARATORY ACADEMY

ANTONIA PANTOJA PREPARATORY ACADEMY is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8 school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 396 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 35 teachers, ANTONIA PANTOJA PREPARATORY ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

ANTONIA PANTOJA PREPARATORY ACADEMY (located at 1980 Lafayette Ave in the Bronx) is a secondary school that serves grades 6 through 12, operating under the New York City Department of Education. Named after the famed Puerto Rican educator and civil rights activist Dr. Antonia Pantoja, the school aims to embody her legacy by fostering a culture of academic rigor, leadership, and community advocacy. The school is known for its focus on preparing students for college and career success through a curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking and the development of bilingual or multicultural competencies.

The school environment is structured to support students through their middle and high school years, often prioritizing a personalized approach to education that helps ease the transition between grade levels. As part of the Bronx community, the academy places a strong emphasis on social responsibility, encouraging students to engage with their surroundings and become active participants in their local neighborhoods. By combining traditional academic standards with a focus on character development and identity, ANTONIA PANTOJA PREPARATORY ACADEMY strives to empower its student body to excel both as scholars and as citizens.

For more information, contact ANTONIA PANTOJA PREPARATORY ACADEMY at (718) 824-3152 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.