What is the teacher/student ratio and where do teachers generally receive their training?
Within the school, the ratio of teachers to students is one to nine. In the four youngest classes, the ratio is less — often one to six. At the farm, the ratio is one to four. The composition of the school’s teaching staff is approximately 30% male and 40% persons of color. Most head teachers have Masters degrees or are in the process of completing their graduate coursework. The school partners with teacher training programs, notably with Bank Street College of Education, Teachers College, New York University, and City College. Consequently, there are many student teachers working in our classrooms.
