Bronx Little School

Bronx Little School, serving Pre-K through 5th grade, is recognized for its warm and nurturing environment, blending progressive educational practices with a structured approach. Under Principal Beverly Urquiza's leadership, the school emphasizes social-emotional learning, student voice, and collaborative group work. Academic performance shows strengths, with ELA proficiency rates above the citywide median and math proficiency rates near the median. The school boasts an exceptionally low suspension rate of 0% and an attendance rate at the 75th percentile citywide. Parents consistently report high satisfaction, praising the attentive staff and family-oriented learning environment. Distinctive programs include a robust arts curriculum with music, theater, swimming, and ballroom dance, as well as a new STEAM corner for engineering and coding. Classrooms are equipped with sensory tools to support diverse learning styles. The school shares a building with other schools and serves a diverse student body with high economic need.