PS 53 BASHEER QUISIM

PS 53 BASHEER QUISIM is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9 school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 1,142 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 88 teachers, PS 53 BASHEER QUISIM has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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 53, also known as the Basheer Quisim School, is a public elementary school located in the Morrisania section of the Bronx, New York. Serving students from prekindergarten through fifth grade, the school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 9. The school is named in honor of Basheer Quisim, reflecting its commitment to fostering a supportive and culturally responsive environment for the diverse student population residing in the surrounding neighborhood.

Academically, PS 53 focuses on foundational literacy and numeracy while emphasizing social-emotional learning to ensure students are well-prepared for middle school transitions. The school community typically engages in various extracurricular programs and partnerships aimed at enriching the student experience beyond the classroom. As a neighborhood school, it serves as a central hub for local families, striving to provide a safe, structured, and inclusive atmosphere that encourages both academic achievement and personal growth for every child.

For more information, contact PS 53 BASHEER QUISIM at (718) 681-7276 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.