P.S. 315 Lab School

P.S. 315 Lab School in the Bronx serves students from Kindergarten through 8th grade, fostering a nurturing environment focused on critical thinking, exploration, and experimentation. The school is noted for its strong community and positive tone, with parents frequently praising the supportive staff and welcoming atmosphere. It maintains excellent ratings for safety, school climate, and relationships with families, further supported by very high positive feedback in parent surveys. Academically, the school's ELA proficiency rate of 51% is near the citywide median, while its math proficiency rate of 36% is below the 25th percentile. The school offers a solid music program and integrates music and dance into lessons. Students benefit from partnerships with organizations like DreamYard, Puppetry & Practice, and Midori & Friends for arts programs, CatRock Ventures for outdoor learning, and Urban Advantage for science exploration. Despite a "Fair" rating for instruction and performance, the school is recognized for its experienced teachers and a respected leader. However, the school operates in a small building and lacks a dedicated playground or gymnasium.