PS 37 MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCE SCHOOL
442 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
P.S. 37, located in the Kingsbridge section of the Bronx, is a unique educational institution that distinguishes itself through its commitment to the "Multiple Intelligences" framework. Based on the theory developed by Howard Gardner, the school integrates this philosophy into its daily curriculum, recognizing that students possess a wide variety of strengths—ranging from musical and spatial to interpersonal and logical-mathematical. Rather than focusing solely on traditional testing, the school aims to provide a well-rounded learning environment where students are encouraged to demonstrate their understanding and talents through diverse, creative, and personalized methods.
Beyond its pedagogical approach, P.S. 37 functions as a tight-knit community hub for families in the 10463 zip code. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive, inclusive atmosphere that values the individual identity of every child. By blending core academic instruction with extracurricular opportunities that highlight diverse intelligences, the school seeks to build student confidence and prepare them for future academic success, all while maintaining a collaborative relationship with parents and the surrounding Bronx neighborhood.
Beyond its pedagogical approach, P.S. 37 functions as a tight-knit community hub for families in the 10463 zip code. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive, inclusive atmosphere that values the individual identity of every child. By blending core academic instruction with extracurricular opportunities that highlight diverse intelligences, the school seeks to build student confidence and prepare them for future academic success, all while maintaining a collaborative relationship with parents and the surrounding Bronx neighborhood.
442
Total Students
41.8
Full-Time Teachers
10.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
90.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic | 357 |
| Black | 76 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 1 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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Hispanic357 (80.8%)
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Black76 (17.2%)
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White4 (0.9%)
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Asian3 (0.7%)
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Two or More1 (0.2%)
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American Indian1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10 |
| Phone: | (718)796-0360 |
| Grade Range: | K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 442 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 41.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 397 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 4 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
36
Grade 1
42
Grade 2
44
Grade 3
43
Grade 4
61
Grade 5
56
Grade 6
48
Grade 7
58
Grade 8
52
Ungraded
2
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 36 |
| Grade 1 | 42 |
| Grade 2 | 44 |
| Grade 3 | 43 |
| Grade 4 | 61 |
| Grade 5 | 56 |
| Grade 6 | 48 |
| Grade 7 | 58 |
| Grade 8 | 52 |
| Ungraded | 2 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 195 | 44.1% |
| Male | 247 | 55.9% |
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