P.S. 005 Ellen Lurie

P.S. 005 Ellen Lurie, also known as P.S. 5, is an elementary school in Manhattan serving students from 3K through 5th grade. It operates as a full-service Children's Aid Community School, providing on-site medical, dental, and mental health clinics, as well as a food pantry to support its community. The school offers a Spanish Dual Language program alongside its general education curriculum, promoting bilingualism and biliteracy. Class sizes are relatively small, averaging around 18 students. While parent surveys indicate very high satisfaction with family-school relationships and communication, academic proficiency in both ELA and Math is well below the citywide median. Some parents describe a supportive environment with dedicated teachers, though older reviews occasionally raise concerns about academic rigor or staff consistency. The school also nurtures creativity through robust visual arts and music programs.