P.S. 583

P.S. 583, also known as The Bronx Lab School for Historical Discovery, serves students from 3-K through 5th grade in a modern, airy building that received an honorable mention in an education design showcase. The school boasts dedicated art, music, and science rooms, a gymatorium, a roof garden, and gated play yards. Academically, the school demonstrates strong performance, with both ELA and Math proficiency rates well above the citywide median and approaching the 75th percentile for elementary schools. Parents express very high satisfaction, with survey results indicating nearly universal positive feedback regarding various aspects of the school environment and strong family engagement. The school is recognized for its strong ties with families and respected leadership. Distinctive programs include a focus on historical discovery through a partnership with the New York Historical Society, as well as visual arts projects and music lessons. The curriculum emphasizes reading and writing, supported by a dedicated reading coach and teacher training. Students are expected to wear a navy blue and khaki uniform.