P.S. 024 Spuyten Duyvil

P.S. 024 Spuyten Duyvil, located in the Bronx, is an elementary school serving grades K-5 with an enrollment of 742 students. The school is highly regarded for its exceptional academic performance, with ELA and Math proficiency rates of 92% and 93% respectively, placing it well above citywide averages and among the top elementary schools in New York. Parents consistently report high satisfaction, with recent surveys showing overwhelmingly positive feedback on various aspects of the school experience. The school maintains a high attendance rate and a 0% suspension rate, contributing to a positive learning environment. The school is known for its strong arts programs, offering visual art, vocal, and instrumental music. It also hosts a district-wide Gifted & Talented program. While the school has faced past challenges related to space, enrollment, and community communication, recent efforts have focused on building trust and improving parent engagement. Some older parent comments have raised concerns about special education support and aspects of the parent association, but the prevailing sentiment from recent feedback highlights a supportive and challenging environment where students feel valued.