P.S. 153 Helen Keller

P.S. 153 Helen Keller in the Bronx serves students from Pre-K through 5th grade, with an enrollment of 426 students. The school is recognized for strong academic performance, with ELA and Math proficiency rates well above the citywide median, placing it in the top 25-30% of New York elementary schools. Parents consistently report high satisfaction with their child's education and praise the dedication of the teachers, noting their commitment to ensuring student learning. The school maintains a very low suspension rate, indicating a positive and safe learning environment. P.S. 153 offers a Gifted & Talented program, which parents describe as academically rigorous with excellent teachers. The school also emphasizes social development, incorporating practices like daily meditation for students. The school fosters strong partnerships with families and the community, offering various enrichment activities and school-wide programs such as Ballet Hispanico, Robotics, and a Green Team.