P.S. 083 Donald Hertz

P.S. 083 Donald Hertz is a large K-8 neighborhood school located in the Morris Park section of the Bronx, serving over 1,400 students. The school aims to develop global learners and offers a range of programs, including Green Generations, Cookshop, Health and Wellness activities, After School Enrichment, New York Edge, Orchestra, and Regents Level classes. Academically, students achieve English Language Arts proficiency at the citywide median, and math proficiency is notably above the citywide median. The school is recognized for its diverse student population. Parents generally report high satisfaction with their children's education and the school's engagement with families, and the school maintains an "Excellent" rating for safety and school climate. However, the official rating for instruction and performance is "Fair," and the percentage of students participating in accelerated coursework is below the citywide median. While many students feel safe in common areas, some student survey responses indicate concerns regarding bullying and physical altercations. The school requires students to wear uniforms.