P.S. 184m Shuang Wen

P.S. 184m Shuang Wen is a highly-regarded elementary and middle school in Lower Manhattan, consistently recognized as a U.S. Blue Ribbon School and a NYS Reward School for its academic excellence. The school is particularly known for its immersive Chinese-English Dual Language program, where instruction is split between English and Mandarin, aiming for student fluency in both languages. Academically, the school demonstrates exceptional performance, with ELA and Math proficiency rates well above the citywide 75th percentile, and an accelerated coursework percentage that is among the highest in the city. Parents describe a rigorous and challenging curriculum with high expectations, often preparing students for competitive high schools. While many families praise the school for its strong academics and language development, some note a focus on standardized testing and express concerns about an administration perceived to favor certain demographics. The school maintains excellent ratings for instruction and family relationships, supported by overwhelmingly positive parent survey responses. While overall safety and climate are rated good, some student survey responses indicate concerns regarding bullying. The school features a renovated playground and offers a variety of after-school programs.