P.S. 112 Jose Celso Barbosa

Proficiency data wasn't provided for this school, so direct academic comparisons aren't possible. However, teacher-reported instruction quality sits at 80% — below the district average of 87% — which suggests some room for growth in how teachers feel about their instructional support. Class sizes average 20.1 students, nearly identical to the district average, so small-group attention here isn't dramatically different from nearby schools.

Here's where P.S. 112 tells a striking story. Parent satisfaction hits 99% — way above the 91% district average — and every single parent who responded gave top marks for trust in teachers and the principal. These numbers are exceptional. Teachers, though, are slightly more measured: 80% rate instruction quality strong, 82% feel safe, and 85-86% trust leadership. Those teacher scores run a few points below district norms. Attendance data shows the school tracks closely with the district average of 87.7%. Perhaps most notably, the school has logged zero suspensions for three straight years — a consistent record that suggests a restorative or relationship-based approach to discipline.

With 222 students, this is a small school. The student body is predominantly Hispanic (68%) and Black (21%), reflecting the neighborhood's demographics. A striking 87.8% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch — among the highest economic need in the district. Thirty-nine percent have IEPs, which is notably high and likely reflects the early grades served (pre-K through 2nd) and the school's role in identifying and supporting young learners with developmental needs. The diversity index sits at 54%, which is moderate.

East Harlem (North) is a high-density, high-need neighborhood where families are everywhere but resources are stretched. Only 29.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, and poverty affects a third of households. Transit is excellent (82.76 percentile) — families can get around without a car — but safety scores are very low (9.58 percentile), and environmental health indicators like asthma rates and lead exposure are concerning. That said, the neighborhood has an education orientation score of 72.8, meaning families here value schools even when other conditions are tough. There's a strong sense of community identity here despite the challenges.

Very walkable and transit-rich — most families arrive on foot or by subway, which is typical for dense East Harlem. The neighborhood's high transit score means commuting from other parts of Manhattan or the Bronx is feasible.