P.S. X037 - Multiple Intelligence School

P.S. X037, known as the Multiple Intelligence School, serves students from Kindergarten through 8th grade in the Bronx, particularly in the Kingsbridge and Riverdale areas. The school is recognized for its distinctive educational approach, which integrates various arts, including theater, visual arts, dance, and music, into daily lessons and offers enriching field trips. It also partners with community organizations to enhance arts and writing programs. The school fosters a welcoming and culturally diverse environment, with parents consistently reporting positive experiences regarding staff and family involvement, and appreciating the various workshops offered. Academically, the school's ELA and Math proficiency rates are around the 25th percentile citywide, indicating areas for growth. While the school offers high school-level classes in math and science for 8th graders and a range of electives like coding and Spanish, its accelerated coursework percentage is significantly below the citywide median. The school's instruction and performance rating is "Fair," though its relationships with families are rated "Excellent." Some middle school students have expressed concerns about safety in hallways and bathrooms, but teachers generally report good order in classrooms. The campus is fully accessible and includes an outdoor play area with a track and basketball courts.