PS 21 PHILIP H SHERIDAN
406 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
PS 21 Philip H. Sheridan, located in the Wakefield neighborhood of the Bronx, serves a diverse student population, primarily spanning pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. As a New York City public school, it operates under the mission of fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. The school typically focuses on foundational literacy and mathematics skills, striving to prepare children for the rigors of middle school while encouraging a culture of community and inclusivity within the Bronx district.
The school is known for being a vital neighborhood anchor, offering various programs designed to support student growth and parental engagement. Like many schools in District 11, PS 21 works to integrate a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with state standards, often supplemented by enrichment activities that aim to engage students beyond traditional classroom instruction. Parents and guardians interested in the school’s specific performance metrics, recent educational initiatives, or enrollment procedures are encouraged to consult the official NYC Department of Education (DOE) "School Quality Snapshot" or visit the school directly to learn about their current extracurricular offerings and daily instructional approach.
The school is known for being a vital neighborhood anchor, offering various programs designed to support student growth and parental engagement. Like many schools in District 11, PS 21 works to integrate a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with state standards, often supplemented by enrichment activities that aim to engage students beyond traditional classroom instruction. Parents and guardians interested in the school’s specific performance metrics, recent educational initiatives, or enrollment procedures are encouraged to consult the official NYC Department of Education (DOE) "School Quality Snapshot" or visit the school directly to learn about their current extracurricular offerings and daily instructional approach.
406
Total Students
33.7
Full-Time Teachers
12.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
94.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic | 151 |
| Black | 208 |
| Asian | 14 |
| Two or More | 4 |
| American Indian | 6 |
| Pacific Islander | 9 |
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Black208 (51.2%)
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Hispanic151 (37.2%)
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White14 (3.4%)
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Asian14 (3.4%)
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Pacific Islander9 (2.2%)
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American Indian6 (1.5%)
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Two or More4 (1.0%)
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 #11 |
| Phone: | (718)652-3903 |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 406 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 33.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 383 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
51
Grade 1
66
Grade 2
74
Grade 3
59
Grade 4
73
Grade 5
83
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 51 |
| Grade 1 | 66 |
| Grade 2 | 74 |
| Grade 3 | 59 |
| Grade 4 | 73 |
| Grade 5 | 83 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 186 | 45.8% |
| Male | 220 | 54.2% |
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