P.S. 049 Willis Avenue

P.S. 049 Willis Avenue in the Bronx serves students from Pre-K through 5th grade, known for its supportive environment and strong academic performance. The school consistently outperforms district and state averages in both English Language Arts and Math proficiency for grades 3-5, with a notable strength in Math. Parents express high satisfaction with the education their children receive, often praising the principal's involvement and the dedicated staff. The school fosters a positive culture, receiving top marks in recent Quality Reviews for its high expectations and teachers' commitment to student progress and feedback. P.S. 049 offers a rich curriculum that includes an unusual number of arts programs, such as visual arts, dance, theater, and music, alongside computer science and coding instruction for older students. A Spanish-English dual language program is available starting in Pre-K and Kindergarten, aiming for fluency in both languages. The school also provides free after-school programs and a Saturday Academy, and a uniform is required for students. While the school is not physically accessible, it is recognized for its efforts in helping students with disabilities and English Language Learners achieve above citywide averages in state math scores.