P.S. 023 The New Children's School

P.S. 023 The New Children's School in the Bronx serves students from Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade, offering a small school environment with an enrollment near the citywide 25th percentile. The school is fully accessible and provides a range of arts instruction, including dance, art, music, and physical education, alongside bilingual support services. Recent parent surveys indicate exceptionally high satisfaction with the school's climate and family relationships, with nearly all parents reporting positive experiences. However, academic proficiency in both ELA (27%) and Math (12%) is significantly below the citywide 25th percentile, indicating a need for academic improvement. The school is participating in the NYC Reads initiative to enhance literacy skills. While recent parent feedback is strong, some older online reviews express concerns about school organization and teacher quality, suggesting a mixed reputation. The school maintains an excellent 0% suspension rate.