P.S./ I.S. 155 Nicholas Herkimer

P.S./ I.S. 155 Nicholas Herkimer is a Pre-K through 8th grade school in Brooklyn, known for its small, tight-knit community and commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The school offers a growing NEST program for students with autism and a Spanish dual language program for early elementary grades. Enrichment opportunities are a notable feature, including financial literacy, STEM, ballroom dancing, fencing, mentorship, and chess. Parent satisfaction is exceptionally high, with survey results indicating strong positive relationships with families. The school's percentage of students taking accelerated coursework is above the citywide median. However, academic proficiency in both ELA and Math is below the citywide 25th percentile, and the school's instruction and performance rating is "Fair." Student survey results also highlight areas for improvement in school cleanliness, fair conflict resolution, and addressing student-on-student harassment and physical altercations. The school operates as an unzoned option, welcoming students from across its district, borough, or even the city.