P.S. 089 Bronx

P.S. 089 Bronx is a large, ethnically diverse Pre-K to 8th grade school housed in a historic 1927 brick building, featuring a renovated library and science lab. The school aims to foster a student-centered environment where children can thrive and apply real-world experiences to their learning. Official ratings indicate good instruction, a positive safety and school climate, and strong relationships with families. Parent surveys reflect high satisfaction with the school's overall environment and communication. Academically, the school's ELA and Math proficiency rates are slightly below the citywide median, though above the 25th percentile. However, the school offers accelerated coursework, with participation rates above the citywide median, and provides opportunities for high-achievers, including high school-level Regents classes and a program to prepare for specialized high school admissions. The school is known for unique partnerships, such as studying local history with Woodlawn Cemetery and hands-on science activities with Albert Einstein medical students. It also offers a variety of after-school clubs, a Saturday ELL Explorations Program, and initiatives focused on character building and college readiness. While official data and parent surveys are largely positive, some online sentiment from parents and students expresses concerns about bullying, administrative responsiveness, and facility cleanliness.