P.S. 527 - East Side School for Social Action

P.S. 527, the East Side School for Social Action, is a highly-regarded K-5 elementary school located in Manhattan. It consistently demonstrates exceptional academic performance, with ELA proficiency at 82% and Math proficiency at 86%, both well above the citywide 75th percentile. The school embraces a mission focused on social action, encouraging students to become global citizens through community service and projects that foster creativity, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration. Parents overwhelmingly express positive sentiment, describing a nurturing environment with dedicated and knowledgeable teachers, attentive staff, and a highly active parent community. The school maintains a very low suspension rate of 0% and a chronic absenteeism rate of 18%, which is well below the citywide 25th percentile. It utilizes a traditional Core Knowledge curriculum, adapted to be child-friendly, and includes explicit phonics instruction. Housed in a former parochial school building, it features well-equipped rooms and a distinct multi-floor layout.