PS 161 PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS
527 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
P.S. 161 Pedro Albizu Campos, located in the Manhattanville neighborhood of West Harlem, serves as a community-focused public school catering to students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Named after the prominent Puerto Rican nationalist leader, the school honors the cultural heritage of its local community while striving to provide a comprehensive academic foundation. The school's mission emphasizes the development of the "whole child," integrating core curriculum standards with social-emotional learning to prepare students for the rigors of high school and beyond.
The school environment is characterized by its dedication to inclusive education and community engagement. By offering a range of programs that cater to diverse learning needs, P.S. 161 works to create a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage with their surroundings and build strong interpersonal skills. As a central fixture in the 133rd Street corridor, the school maintains an active partnership with local families and neighborhood organizations, positioning itself as a vital resource for both academic advancement and community development in the heart of Harlem.
The school environment is characterized by its dedication to inclusive education and community engagement. By offering a range of programs that cater to diverse learning needs, P.S. 161 works to create a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage with their surroundings and build strong interpersonal skills. As a central fixture in the 133rd Street corridor, the school maintains an active partnership with local families and neighborhood organizations, positioning itself as a vital resource for both academic advancement and community development in the heart of Harlem.
527
Total Students
55.3
Full-Time Teachers
9.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
95.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic | 405 |
| Black | 100 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More | 1 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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Hispanic405 (76.9%)
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Black100 (19.0%)
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White10 (1.9%)
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Asian7 (1.3%)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.6%)
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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 # 5 |
| Phone: | (212)690-5945 |
| Website: | http://www.psms161.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 527 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 55.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 9.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 497 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 4 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
40
Grade 1
49
Grade 2
35
Grade 3
50
Grade 4
50
Grade 5
72
Grade 6
80
Grade 7
66
Grade 8
83
Ungraded
2
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 40 |
| Grade 1 | 49 |
| Grade 2 | 35 |
| Grade 3 | 50 |
| Grade 4 | 50 |
| Grade 5 | 72 |
| Grade 6 | 80 |
| Grade 7 | 66 |
| Grade 8 | 83 |
| Ungraded | 2 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 265 | 50.3% |
| Male | 262 | 49.7% |
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