PELHAM GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL

PELHAM GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11 school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 452 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 34 teachers, PELHAM GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

PELHAM GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL (I.S. 566), located in the Bronx, is a public school dedicated to fostering a supportive and academically rigorous environment for its diverse student body. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, aiming to balance traditional classroom instruction with social-emotional learning. By focusing on critical thinking, literacy, and numeracy, the administration strives to prepare its students for the academic demands of high school and beyond, while encouraging them to become responsible, active members of their community.

Beyond its core curriculum, PELHAM GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL places a high value on school culture and extracurricular enrichment. The school provides various opportunities for student engagement, including arts, sports, and specialized programs designed to help students discover their unique interests and talents. With a commitment to inclusivity and communication between staff, parents, and students, the school works to create a collaborative atmosphere where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential in a safe and structured setting.

For more information, contact PELHAM GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL at (718) 794-9750 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.