NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL
The Neighborhood School (P.S. 363), located in the East Village of Manhattan, is a progressive public elementary school that emphasizes a child-centered, inquiry-based approach to learning. Known for its strong sense of community and commitment to social justice, the school prioritizes "whole-child" development, balancing academic rigor with social-emotional growth. Its curriculum often integrates the arts, hands-on projects, and collaborative learning, encouraging students to think critically and engage deeply with their environment and local community.
The school is well-regarded for its inclusive culture and its dedication to fostering a supportive, diverse, and welcoming environment for families. By focusing on active citizenship and empathy, The Neighborhood School aims to prepare students to be thoughtful participants in a democratic society. Its philosophy is rooted in the belief that children learn best when they are invested in their own education, leading to a vibrant, classroom-driven culture that values individual voice and collective responsibility.
NEW YORK, NY 10009
(212) 387-0195
NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL is a public school in NEW YORK, NY with about 303 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1
- Total Students:
- 303
- Teachers:
- 22
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 303 students
- White
- 46.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 35.3%
- Black or African American
- 9.2%
- Asian
- 5.6%
- Two or more races
- 2.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Female
- 48.8%
- Male
- 51.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.