P.S. 006 West Farms

P.S. 006 West Farms is an elementary school in the Bronx, serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade. Housed in a distinctive century-old building, the school is recognized for its strong commitment to fostering a nurturing community and building robust partnerships between families and the school. Parent sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with high satisfaction reported regarding their children's education and the school's engagement with families. The school serves a population with a high proportion of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, English Language Learners, and students with Individualized Education Programs. While the school receives a "Fair" rating for instruction and performance, and ELA and Math proficiency rates are below the citywide 25th percentile, it maintains a safe and orderly tone, according to teachers. P.S. 006 West Farms offers a specialized Horizon program for students with autism and participates in the Mental Health Continuum program, providing expanded mental health support.