MS 319 MARIE TERESA

MS 319 MARIE TERESA is a Title I public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 421 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 30 teachers, MS 319 MARIE TERESA has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

MS 319, formally known as the Maria Teresa School, is a public middle school located in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Manhattan. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is situated on Jumel Place, near the historic Morris-Jumel Mansion. As part of the New York City Department of Education, the school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive learning environment that focuses on academic rigor, personal development, and community engagement for its diverse student population.

The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience, offering a curriculum designed to prepare students for the transition to high school and beyond. Beyond core academic subjects, MS 319 often incorporates extracurricular activities and support programs aimed at social-emotional growth and student leadership. By leveraging its location within a culturally rich community, the school encourages students to develop a sense of responsibility and active citizenship while striving to meet the varied educational needs of its neighborhood families.

For more information, contact MS 319 MARIE TERESA at (212) 923-3827 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.