Best Elementary Schools in Upper West Side-Manhattan Valley
The top elementary schools in Upper West Side-Manhattan Valley, ranked by overall rating. P.S. 163 Alfred E. Smith leads with 54/100, followed by P.S. 165 Robert E. Simon and P.S. 145, The Bloomingdale School. 6 elementary schools in Upper West Side-Manhattan Valley in total.
The ranking
1
P.S. 163 Alfred E. Smith163 West 97 Street
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
54/100
2
P.S. 165 Robert E. Simon234 West 109 Street
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
50/100
3
P.S. 145, The Bloomingdale School150 West 105 Street
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
41/100
4
Basis Independent Manhattan795 COLUMBUS AVENUE
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
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5
Edward A. Reynolds West Side High School140 WEST 102 STREET
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary6–8 Middle School
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6
School At Columbia University (The)556 WEST 110 STREET
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best elementary school in Upper West Side-Manhattan Valley?
- P.S. 163 Alfred E. Smith ranks highest by overall rating (54/100), ahead of P.S. 165 Robert E. Simon. The best fit depends on your child — set your family's priorities for a personalized match.
- How many elementary schools are in Upper West Side-Manhattan Valley?
- There are 6 elementary schools in Upper West Side-Manhattan Valley.
- 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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