P.S. 030 Hernandez/Hughes

P.S. 030 Hernandez/Hughes is a small elementary school in Manhattan, serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade, with an enrollment of 178 students, which is considerably smaller than most city schools. The school is recognized for fostering a highly supportive and nurturing environment, a sentiment strongly echoed by parents who report overwhelmingly positive experiences and satisfaction with the school's climate and relationships. It serves a diverse student body, including a higher proportion of English Language Learners and students with disabilities compared to citywide averages, and maintains very small class sizes. Academically, the school's English Language Arts proficiency is around the citywide median, indicating typical performance. However, math proficiency is a concern, falling below the 25th percentile of schools across the city. The school is a zoned neighborhood school that shares its building with other programs. It offers STEM education with a science lab and various social-emotional support programs.