2022 Niche Standout Elementary Schools in New York

P.S. 172 - Beacon School of Excellence

• New York City Geographic District No. 15, NY•
• PK, K-5

• grade A

• 579 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

KIPP STAR College Prep Charter School

• Public School•
• NEW YORK, NY•
• K-8
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  Rating 4.35 out of 5  17 reviews

Senior: KIPP STAR encouraged me to be a leader when no one was watching. 5th-8th grade I competed with myself as I fought away bad habits to build better ones. I progressed from being a boy who didn't believe in his own potential, to understanding that I can really create the life I desire for myself and for those around me. My years at KIPP STAR encouraged me to dig deep and find my strengths because they make me who I truly am. I grew confidence that fostered a drive to be a better me. As a middle schooler, that meant focusing on what's right and analyzing what was wrong; it meant being mindful so I wouldn't allow the obstacles of life defeat me in my conquests; it meant influencing others to push themselves pass expectations that deemed to be mediocre. KIPP STAR was a very crucial blossoming point in my life because it instilled in me a mindset that could not be fixed but instead be improved upon by involving myself in challenging situations that demanded the best from me. I am thankful!...Read 17 Reviews

• grade A+

• 794 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Achievement First - Endeavor School

• Public School•
• BROOKLYN, NY•
• K-8
• •
  Rating 3.6 out of 5  5 reviews

Alum: I liked the relationships I built with my teachers and how they always take students' opinions when we strongly disagree with something. I also loved all the fun trips that was planned and how the teachers made sure that all of their students pass the state test...Read 5 Reviews

• grade A+

• 828 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Achievement First - Bushwick School

• Public School•
• BROOKLYN, NY•
• K-8
• •
  Rating 4.05 out of 5  19 reviews

Alum: It was such a great loving environment when I attended that school. The teachers were so nice it was like they were second parents, I also love how they used to give us class jobs because it taught us community at a young age and the little parties they would have for us when our grades were above and beyond was nice...Read 19 Reviews

• grade A+

• 934 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

P.S. 253 - The Magnet School of Multicultural Humanities

• New York City Geographic District No. 21, NY•
• PK, K-5
• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

• grade A

• 941 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Walton Avenue School (the)

• New York City Geographic District No. 9, NY•
• K-5

• grade A minus

• 461 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

P.S. 134

• New York City Geographic District No. 22, NY•
• K-5
• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  2 reviews

Parent: Only great experience . Very professional.Safety school. I am really happy that my son attend this school and he really loves his schoolRead 2 Reviews

• grade A

• 609 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Success Academy Charter School - Bed-Stuy 1 and Bed-Stuy Middle School

• Public School•
• BROOKLYN, NY•
• K-8

• grade A+

• 738 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

P.S. 244Q - The Active Learning Elementary School

• New York City Geographic District No. 25, NY•
• PK, K-3
• •
  Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

Alum: The teachers are very nice and helpful. The teachers do not change around regularly so the teachers in the school knows every student in the school very well. The school has a very clean environment and great study environment. The cafeteria also provides healthy food for students and even the staff at the cafeteria are nice to the students. Teachers encourage the students to eat healthy. Students always like to have fun in the gym or the playground after break and there are always teachers there to supervise...Read 1 Review

• grade A

• 469 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Concourse Village Elementary School

• New York City Geographic District No. 7, NY•
• PK, K-5
• •
  Rating 4.75 out of 5  4 reviews

Parent: While nothing is perfect, I would say that CVES makes a strong effort to be the best across all levels from the top to the Main Office staff. Ms. Sorden is very hands-on and works with students, teachers, and families. She is invested and as a result, so are the teachers. Every teacher my child has had has been amazing. My child had Ms. Cruz, Ms. Linares, Ms. Garcia and every last one of them has been polite, smart, prepared, and truly loved what they do you can tell in the way they interact with the children. Also, the art teacher Ms. Watson is very thoughtful, she makes are fun because my daughter raves about it every time she has art. I am thankful that our community has teachers that care about our children...Read 4 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 336 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

PS 310K, The School for Future Leaders

• New York City Geographic District No. 20, NY•
• K-5
• •
  Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

Parent: they are good to work with parents and students during the covid-19, teachers are helpful and the academics are good too. therefore, some of teacher's English are not good enough, this will influence student's learning and pronunciation, especially to kindergarten and 1st grade as they are not good in English or even don't understand...Read 1 Review

• grade A

• 430 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

P.S. 130

• New York City Geographic District No. 25, NY•
• PK, K-5
• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

• grade A

• 403 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

P.S. 247 - The NYC College Partnership Elementary School

• New York City Geographic District No. 20, NY•
• K-5

• grade A

• 855 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Ps 234

• New York City Geographic District No. 30, NY•
• PK, K-5
• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: Perfect school and staff in this area.but it concerns to much for dance and music . It need more after school programRead 1 Review

• grade A

• 456 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Ralph A. Fabrizio School

• New York City Geographic District No. 20, NY•
• K-5

• grade A

• 1,016 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

P.S. 31 - Samuel F. Dupont

• New York City Geographic District No. 14, NY•
• PK, K-5
• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: Both my kids attended PS 31 and found it to be a challenging, supportive and community focused learning environment and they were always happy. The schools' attitude is to set high expectations, so ALL kids, regardless of background can perform at their very best. ...This school send home regular homework and can be labeled 'traditional', but the kids are very well prepared for middle school. From my experience, any issues with discipline or behavior are handled promptly to ensure any negative issues do not protract or negatively influence the learning environment. ...As the PTA has gotten younger they have made positive changes like instilling more regular recess and ensuring there are a variety of enrichment programs. The administration, while a bit old school, has always been open to discussing changes with parents and in recent years has gotten more flexible. They really 'listen' to parents and take things to heart because they really care. Was very sad to leave this school...Read 1 Review

• grade A minus

• 621 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

P.S. 121 - Queens

• New York City Geographic District No. 28, NY•
• PK, K-5
• •
  Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

Middle School Student: I was a student at ps 121. The lunches were nice and so were the staff working there. When you take the state test, it's easy if you pay attention. Most teachers will help you if you ask. The cafeteria is clean but what I would like to see change is the lunch aides because they aren't good at keeping the students quiet...Read 1 Review

• grade A

• 825 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Kiryas Joel Village School

• Public School•
• MONROE, NY•
• PK, K-1

• grade A+

• 167 Students
• 1:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

South Bronx Classical Charter School

• Public School•
• BRONX, NY•
• K-8
• •
  Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

Parent: Community and Family Engagement could improve. However my daughter has been very happy with her teachers and school since September 2021!Read 1 Review

• grade A

• 478 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

P.S. 242 - Leonard P. Stavisky Early Childhood School

• New York City Geographic District No. 25, NY•
• PK, K-3

• grade A

• 404 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

P.S. 22 - Thomas Jefferson

• New York City Geographic District No. 25, NY•
• PK, K-5

• grade A

• 863 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School

• New York City Geographic District No. 23, NY•
• PK, K-5
• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: This is my son's first year at Brooklyn Landmark and so far it has been an amazing time. The staff is so friendly and helpful and no matter if they don't know your name they still say hello. That speaks volumes to me because being able to trust a school with your child's education and safety is so important...Read 1 Review

• grade B+

• 410 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

P.S. 184 - Shuang Wen

• New York City Geographic District No. 1, NY•
• PK, K-8
• •
  Rating 4.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Alum: The school itself consists of four floors and from kindergarten to eighth grade. It's also rather old as well. There's also not a specific room for a gymnasium so you have gym class in the auditorium.The dress code isn't strictly enforced; crop tops, ripped jeans, etc. You can basically wear those with little to no worries. Most of the teachers are great! They're superb friendly and workload is moderate. I will say cafeteria food isn't the best. If the weather is bad you can have phones out and play games. We have a courtyard that's new and pretty. I also made absolutely amazing friends! Overall I have some of my best memories in that place:)...Read 2 Reviews

• grade A

• 703 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

P.S. 124 - Yung Wing

• New York City Geographic District No. 2, NY•
• PK, K-5
• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  3 reviews

Parent: I like it because the school is a clean academic. The teachers care their students as their family and focusing on moral development.Read 3 Reviews

• grade A

• 674 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

P.S. 2 - Meyer London

• New York City Geographic District No. 2, NY•
• PK, K-5
• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Alum: Wonderful staff and such loving teachers. In this elementary school, I remember participating in the school chorus for two years, the drama club for two years, and the track team for three years. To this day, as a high school junior, I still love visiting the school and see all my teachers as well as how much the school has changed. One lasting memory I have of PS2 was the National Dance Institute program (NDI). Through the partnership between PS2 and NDI, all fifth graders were exposed to the world of dance and extraordinary students were chosen to participate in the SWAT team at the NDI Center. As a chosen participant, I have to thank PS2 and NDI for the opportunity to explore the arts and to make lasting friendships...Read 1 Review

• grade A

• 440 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio