P.S. 360

P.S. 360, located on a residential street in the Kingsbridge section of the Southwest Bronx, serves students from Pre-K through 5th grade. The school, which opened in 1999, is known for its strong focus on the arts, offering programs in theater, dance, and visual arts, including partnerships with organizations like Marquis Studios and the Bronx Arts Ensemble. The visual arts curriculum uniquely integrates mathematical concepts. Beyond academics, the school provides a range of after-school activities such as softball, track, creative arts, and a chess club. Parent sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with survey data showing nearly universal satisfaction with the school environment and family relationships. Parents frequently praise the teachers as excellent and very kind, and the principal is often described as great, friendly, and attentive. While state test scores for ELA and Math proficiency are below citywide averages, academic achievement is noted to be improving. The school emphasizes literacy development, particularly for English Language Learners and students with disabilities, and fosters a supportive community through initiatives like monthly literacy nights and a reading buddies program.