EMOLIOR ACADEMY

EMOLIOR ACADEMY is a Title I public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12 school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 255 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 21 teachers, EMOLIOR ACADEMY 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.

EMOLIOR ACADEMY (officially known as P.S. X481) is a specialized New York City public school located in the West Farms section of the Bronx. It is designed as a small, supportive learning environment that focuses on providing an inclusive education for students who may require additional academic, social, or emotional scaffolding. By maintaining a smaller student-to-teacher ratio, the academy aims to foster a personalized educational experience that helps students overcome barriers to learning and build confidence in their academic abilities.

The school’s philosophy emphasizes "emolior"—a Latin term meaning to build, construct, or accomplish—reflecting its commitment to helping students develop the skills necessary for future success. In addition to a standard academic curriculum, the school integrates social-emotional learning into the daily routine to ensure that students are not only meeting educational standards but also developing the resilience and character needed to transition to higher levels of schooling or vocational pathways. Through a collaborative environment involving staff, families, and the community, EMOLIOR ACADEMY strives to create a stable foundation for students who need a more focused and nurturing setting than traditional, larger school environments.

For more information, contact EMOLIOR ACADEMY at (718) 842-2670 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.