DREAMYARD PREPARATORY SCHOOL

DREAMYARD PREPARATORY SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9 school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 268 students offering grade levels from 9th 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 22 teachers, DREAMYARD PREPARATORY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

DREAMYARD PREPARATORY SCHOOL, located in the Mount Eden section of the Bronx, is a unique public high school formed through a long-standing partnership between the New York City Department of Education and the DreamYard Project, a prominent arts and social justice organization. The school is built on a "community school" model that integrates rigorous academics with a robust arts-infused curriculum. By prioritizing creativity, inquiry, and critical thinking, the school aims to empower students to become active participants in their own education and advocates for social change within their local communities.

Beyond its academic offerings, DreamYard Prep is widely recognized for its supportive and inclusive culture. The school leverages its partnership to provide students with diverse extracurricular opportunities, including professional arts training, leadership programs, and career-readiness initiatives. With a strong emphasis on restorative justice practices and student voice, the school strives to create an environment where students feel seen, heard, and prepared for both college and professional pathways, effectively bridging the gap between high school instruction and real-world civic engagement.

For more information, contact DREAMYARD PREPARATORY SCHOOL at (718) 410-4242 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.