Now Accepting Enrollments for 2026–2027
Great Expectations.
Our VisionEmpowering the students of today for the possibilities of tomorrow.
700+
Students Enrolled
100+
Dedicated Staff
90+
Years of Excellence
PK–5
Grade Levels
Kicking off the
2026–2027 school year.
Pre-K & Kindergarten
Registration
Families, you're invited! Come in and complete registration for Pre-K and Kindergarten for the 2026–2027 school year.
Back to School
Jam
Join us as we kick off an exciting new and empowering school year — backpack distribution, food, music, and games.
More than a school —
a community built on trust.
Our Mission
At P.S. 85, we are a proud community school where we take pride in fostering a school environment where students are immersed in a well rounded and culturally responsive education with enriching experiences that evoke curiosity, goal oriented achievements and empowers them as leaders of their educational journey. We set great expectations to lead our scholars to great aspirations.
Our Administration
Great Expectations. Every Student.
Great Expectations. Every Student. Every Day.
Ms. Medina
Principal, PS 85 Bronx
Excellence
We maintain high academic standards and celebrate achievement in all forms.
Innovation
Embracing modern teaching methods and technology to enhance every lesson.
Community
Strong partnerships between students, families, and the Bronx community.
Find Us in the Bronx
2400 Marion Ave, Bronx, NY 10458
(718) 584-5275
Latest from PS 85
Back to School Jam (opens in new window)
Join us as we kick off an exciting new and empowering school year! Backpack distribution, food, music, and games in the Cold Side Cafeteria. Pre-K–2nd grade 12:30–1:30 PM, 3rd–5th grade 1:30–3:00 PM.
Pre-K & Kindergarten Registration (opens in new window)
Families, you're invited! Come complete registration for the 2026–2027 school year. Child must be present.
Regreso a Clases ¡JAM! (opens in new window)
¡Acompáñanos para dar inicio a un nuevo y emocionante año escolar! Distribución de mochilas, alimentos, música y juegos.
Upcoming Events
Back to School Night & PTA Meeting
September Attendance Tag Day
Pre-K ELT Begins
Your child's journey
starts right here.
We believe in transparency and ease. From your first tour to the first day of school, we guide you every step of the way.
The Process
Schedule a Tour
Reach out to confirm availability. Come see our classrooms in action and meet the faculty.
Prepare Documents
Gather your child's records. We'll provide a simple checklist to make this seamless.
Submit Registration
Hand in your paperwork to our main office. We'll review it and secure your spot.
Welcome to PS 85
Receive your start dates, classroom assignments, and join the Great Expectations family!
Life at @ps85bronx on Instagram (opens in new window)
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