P.S. 340

P.S. 340, located in the Kingsbridge section of the Bronx, serves students from Pre-K through 5th grade. The school is known for its warm, nurturing environment and a calm, cheerful atmosphere, with parents frequently praising the dedicated faculty and supportive administration. Students are encouraged to feel seen and heard, contributing to a positive school culture. Academically, the school's ELA proficiency (44%) and Math proficiency (41%) are above the citywide 25th percentile for elementary schools, though below the median. The school is recognized for its efforts in helping students of all levels make academic progress. P.S. 340 offers a rich array of enrichment programs, including visual arts, ballroom dancing for older students, filmmaking, architecture, and Taiko drumming. Third graders participate in biking safety and skills training through a partnership, and fifth graders have achieved success in the District 10 Science Fair. The school emphasizes social-emotional development with initiatives like "comfort corners" and a "My Story, Our Story" project that celebrates students' cultural backgrounds. The school operates in its own fully accessible building.