PS 153 ADAM CLAYTON POWELL

PS 153 ADAM CLAYTON POWELL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 590 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 41 teachers, PS 153 ADAM CLAYTON POWELL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

PS 153 ADAM CLAYTON POWELL, located at 1750 Amsterdam Avenue in the Hamilton Heights neighborhood of Manhattan, is a public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. Named in honor of the influential civil rights leader and congressman, the school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 6. It serves as a community anchor, focusing on providing a foundational education while fostering a supportive environment that reflects the cultural diversity of its Harlem-based neighborhood.

Academically, the school emphasizes literacy and mathematics, often integrating enrichment programs to help students develop both socially and intellectually. PS 153 is known for its commitment to inclusive education, offering services to support diverse learners and English Language Learners. By maintaining a focus on core academic standards alongside character development, the school aims to prepare its students for middle school success while encouraging a sense of civic responsibility and community engagement.

For more information, contact PS 153 ADAM CLAYTON POWELL at (212) 927-8611 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.