P.S. 016 Wakefield

P.S. 016 Wakefield is an elementary school in the Bronx serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade. The school serves a student body with a high economic need, reflected in its Economic Need Index and Free/Reduced Price Lunch percentages, which are well above the citywide median. It also has a significant population of English Language Learners, aligning with the citywide 75th percentile for this demographic. Academic proficiency in both ELA (32%) and Math (36%) is below the citywide median for elementary schools, placing it near or below the 25th percentile for these subjects. Despite academic challenges, parent sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with nearly all respondents expressing satisfaction in recent surveys. Parents describe the school as having helpful and eager administrators, teachers, and supporting staff who are dedicated to improving learning outcomes and community engagement. Some families consider it a strong option within the Bronx.