Best Elementary Schools in Washington Heights (South)
The top elementary schools in Washington Heights (South), ranked by overall rating. KIPP NYC Washington Heights Academy Charter School leads with 60/100, followed by P.S. 004 Duke Ellington and Castle Bridge School. 11 elementary schools in Washington Heights (South) in total.
The ranking
1
Kipp Nyc Washington Heights Academy Charter School21 JUMEL PLACE
K–5 Elementary6–8 Middle School
60/100
2
P.S. 004 Duke Ellington500 West 160 Street
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
56/100
3
Castle Bridge School560 WEST 169 STREET
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
50/100
4
School In The Square Public Charter School120 WADSWORTH AVENUE
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary6–8 Middle School9–12 High School
50/100
5
P.S. 115 Alexander Humboldt586 WEST 177 STREET
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
46/100
6
P.S. 128 Audubon560 WEST 169 STREET
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
44/100
7
Whin Music Community Charter School528 West 162 Street
K–5 Elementary6–8 Middle School
43/100
8
P.S. 028 Wright Brothers475 West 155 Street
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
43/100
9
P.S./I.S. 173 Fort Washington School In The Heights306 FORT WASHINGTON AVENUE
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary6–8 Middle School
37/100
10
P.S. 008 Luis Belliard465 West 167 Street
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
33/100
11
Incarnation School570 WEST 175 STREET
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best elementary school in Washington Heights (South)?
- KIPP NYC Washington Heights Academy Charter School ranks highest by overall rating (60/100), ahead of P.S. 004 Duke Ellington. The best fit depends on your child — set your family's priorities for a personalized match.
- How many elementary schools are in Washington Heights (South)?
- There are 11 elementary schools in Washington Heights (South).
- 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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