The Randolph Holder School for Social Justice

P.S. 253, also known as The Randolph Holder School for Social Justice, is an elementary school serving Pre-K through 5th grade in Far Rockaway, Queens. The school is fully accessible and serves a student population with high needs, including a significant percentage of English Language Learners and students with disabilities. Academically, the school's ELA and Math proficiency rates are below the citywide 25th percentile, indicating an area for continued development. However, the school fosters a positive and supportive environment, reflected in its exceptionally low suspension rate of 0.0%. Parents consistently express high satisfaction, praising the dedicated staff, engaging activities, and overall educational approach. The school places a strong emphasis on the arts, particularly dance, which is integrated into cultural celebrations and after-school programs, including a talented Step team. It also offers a Spanish Dual Language program and hosts a co-located special education program for students with IEPs.