At a Glance
A universal pre-K and 3K center serving young children in a high-poverty, family-dense Bronx neighborhood
Families with 3- and 4-year-olds living in Tremont who want a free, no-screening early childhood program close to home. Parents who prioritize proximity over extracurricular offerings, and who are prepared to research elementary school options for the following year, will find this a practical starting point.
- Universal pre-K and 3K availability — free early childhood education for all neighborhood families who apply
- Part of The Salvation Army network, which provides social services and family support alongside education
- Located in a high-family-density neighborhood where early childhood slots are needed
- No academic competition or screened admissions — open to all eligible children
- No academic performance data available since this is a pre-K/3K center only
- Very limited survey response data (1 teacher response) — climate and culture cannot be reliably assessed
- The neighborhood has significant safety and environmental health concerns that may matter to parents of young children
- Only serves early grades (3K and pre-K) — families will need to navigate elementary school separately next year
- Tremont has low education orientation scores, suggesting fewer educational resources and enrichment options nearby compared to other areas
Based on 2024-2025 data
School SummaryDistrict
This is the only 3K/pre-K option in its immediate NTA area, filling a critical gap for families with young children in a neighborhood where few formal early childhood programs exist. Compared to other early childhood programs in District 9 (Bronx), it operates under the universal pre-K mandate with open enrollment.
As a 3K and pre-K center, this school does not have state test scores to report. Academic quality at early childhood stages is measured through classroom observation, developmental milestones, and family engagement rather than standardized assessments.
Survey data is extremely limited with only one teacher response, making it impossible to draw reliable conclusions about teacher trust, family engagement, or daily school climate. Parents should contact the school directly to understand its approach to early childhood development and family communication.
Tremont is a predominantly low-income, working-class Bronx neighborhood where 36% of residents live in poverty and only 15% hold bachelor's degrees. The area is heavily rental (just 7.5% homeownership) and has among the lowest rates of households with children in the city at 13% — making this 3K/pre-K center a rare and valued resource for the families who do live here.
Tremont is a densely populated residential neighborhood in the central Bronx with limited recreational space but decent subway access via the B and D lines. The area scores very low on safety (4.98 percentile) with elevated crime rates and housing quality concerns. However, it ranks high on family density (81st percentile) and has a strong sense of community stability. Parents should know the neighborhood has elevated lead risk rates (15.2%) and high asthma-related emergency visits — environmental health factors worth considering for young children.
Families arrive on foot from the surrounding blocks — this is a walkable urban neighborhood where most students live within a short distance. Street parking is competitive, and the area is well-served by several bus routes connecting to the subway.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Salvation Army - Tremont a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for Salvation Army - Tremont yet on Motley. It's a public school serving grades 3-K to Pre-K in Tremont.
- What grades does Salvation Army - Tremont serve?
- Salvation Army - Tremont serves grades 3-K to Pre-K.
- How do students get into Salvation Army - Tremont?
- Salvation Army - Tremont admits through the NYC 3-K and Pre-K application.
- Is Salvation Army - Tremont public, charter, or private?
- Salvation Army - Tremont is a public school.
- What neighborhood is Salvation Army - Tremont in?
- Salvation Army - Tremont is in Tremont, Bronx.
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