PS 159 LUIS MUMOZ MARIN BILING
133 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
PS 159, also known as the Luis Muñoz Marín School, is a public elementary school located in the Tremont section of the Bronx, New York. Serving students from prekindergarten through grade 5, the school is deeply rooted in its community and is named in honor of Luis Muñoz Marín, the first democratically elected governor of Puerto Rico. As a bilingual institution, the school places a significant emphasis on linguistic and cultural inclusivity, offering programs designed to support English Language Learners and celebrate the diverse cultural backgrounds of its student body.
The school strives to provide a nurturing and supportive academic environment that focuses on both rigorous instruction and the social-emotional development of its students. PS 159 emphasizes core subjects like literacy and mathematics while integrating arts, enrichment activities, and community involvement to create a well-rounded educational experience. By fostering a collaborative atmosphere between teachers, families, and administrators, PS 159 aims to equip its students with the foundational skills and confidence necessary for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.
The school strives to provide a nurturing and supportive academic environment that focuses on both rigorous instruction and the social-emotional development of its students. PS 159 emphasizes core subjects like literacy and mathematics while integrating arts, enrichment activities, and community involvement to create a well-rounded educational experience. By fostering a collaborative atmosphere between teachers, families, and administrators, PS 159 aims to equip its students with the foundational skills and confidence necessary for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.
133
Total Students
13.5
Full-Time Teachers
9.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
97.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Hispanic | 115 |
| Black | 17 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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Hispanic115 (86.5%)
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Black17 (12.8%)
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American Indian1 (0.8%)
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)584-6140 |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 133 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 13.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 9.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 128 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 1 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
19
Grade 1
26
Grade 2
20
Grade 3
23
Grade 4
23
Grade 5
22
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 19 |
| Grade 1 | 26 |
| Grade 2 | 20 |
| Grade 3 | 23 |
| Grade 4 | 23 |
| Grade 5 | 22 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 73 | 54.9% |
| Male | 60 | 45.1% |
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