Best Elementary Schools in Co-op City
The top elementary schools in Co-op City, ranked by overall rating. P.S. 153 Helen Keller leads with 74/100, followed by P.S. 178 - Dr. Selman Waksman and P.S. 160 Walt Disney. 6 elementary schools in Co-op City in total.
The ranking
1
P.S. 153 Helen Keller650 BAYCHESTER AVENUE
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
74/100
2
P.S. 178 - Dr. Selman Waksman850 BAYCHESTER AVENUE
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
58/100
3
P.S. 160 Walt Disney4140 Hutchinson River Parkway East
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
57/100
4
The Equality Charter School4140 Hutchinson River Parkway East
K–5 Elementary6–8 Middle School9–12 High School
52/100
5
P.S. X176750 BAYCHESTER AVENUE
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary6–8 Middle School9–12 High School
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6
P.S. X596850 BAYCHESTER AVENUE
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best elementary school in Co-op City?
- P.S. 153 Helen Keller ranks highest by overall rating (74/100), ahead of P.S. 178 - Dr. Selman Waksman. The best fit depends on your child — set your family's priorities for a personalized match.
- How many elementary schools are in Co-op City?
- There are 6 elementary schools in Co-op City.
- How are these schools ranked?
- By overall rating — the NYC DOE quality composite (on a /100 scale). Run a Smart Match to weigh academics, diversity, programs, commute, and special-education needs against your family's priorities.
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