District 8

The southeast corner of the Bronx encompasses Grand Concourse, Morrisania, and Tremont. It is home to Hunts Point Riverside Park, a revitalized waterfront space, and Throggs Neck, known for its shipbuilding history and seafood culture. Rocking the Boat works with students in this district—a nonprofit in boatbuilding, sailing, and environmental science.

On the western side, Hunts Point has one of the highest poverty rates in the city, while the eastern areas, like Throggs Neck and Soundview, feature public housing, modest homes, and newer condominiums.

P.S. 152 Evergreen (3K-5) in Soundview serves many English Language Learners and students with disabilities. Bronx Charter School for the Arts (K-5) offers a healthy mix of arts and academics. South Bronx Classical Charter IV (K-6) is known for its strict culture and high test scores, and Hyde Leadership (K-8) highlights character development and college prep.

View all District 8 elementary schools here and middle schools here.

District 8 Contacts

1230 Zerega Avenue

Bronx NY 10462

cec8@schools.nyc.gov

Community Education Council website: https://sites.google.com/schools.nyc.gov/cec8

Dept. of Education Website: https://www.district8nyc.org/

Phone number for elementary and middle school families: (718) 239-5890

Phone number for high school families: (718) 741-5834

Who to contact:

Each district has two superintendents--one in charge of elementary and middle schools, one in charge of high schools--who appoint principals, evaluate schools and approves budgets.

For individual parent concerns, contact the elementary and middle school or high school Family Support Coordinator. For help with PTAs or district-wide events, contact the Family Leadership Coordinator.

Find Superintendant and Coordinator contact information on the DOE's website.

Enrollment:

To enroll your child, go to the school or the nearest Family Welcome Center.

Family Welcome Center

1230 Zerega Ave.

Bronx, NY 10462 - Map

Phone: (718) 828-7546

Email: ZeregaFWC@schools.nyc.gov

Community Education Council:

The elected members of the Community Education Council (CEC) approve school zoning lines and advise on education policy.

CEC: Community Education Council 8, (718) 239-5895

District 8 office

601 Stickball Blvd RM 112

Bronx, NY 10473

Special Education:

Most questions about special education can be answered by your child's teacher or principal. If you are new to New York City or your child attends private or parochial school, contact the nearest Committee on Special Education for an evaluation.

Committee on Special Education

3450 E. Tremont Ave. 2nd Floor

Bronx, NY 10465 - Map

CSE2@schools.nyc.gov

Phone: (718) 794-7420

If these offices can not answer your questions, see DOE contacts.