P.S. 183 Robert L. Stevenson

The numbers here are striking — 92.2% ELA proficiency and 95.5% math proficiency place this school far above the District 2 averages of 73% and 73%, respectively. The historical trend shows consistent growth from 2016 (74% ELA, 76% math) through 2025, with math particularly surging in recent years. Grade-level breakdowns show consistency across grades 3-5, with math hitting 96.6% in third grade and staying above 94% through fifth grade. This isn't a school with a standout single grade — it's consistently excellent.

The survey data reads like a wish list for what parents want in a school: 96% parent satisfaction, 98% parent-teacher trust, 99% parent-principal trust, and 100% of families reporting strong relationships. Teachers echo that sentiment — 97% rate instruction quality as strong, 93% trust the principal, and 98% trust their colleagues. The discipline record is spotless: zero suspensions for three consecutive years. The attendance rate of 94.6% exceeds the district average. This is a school where the day-to-day feel is clearly collaborative and trusting.

The student body is 67% White, 17% Asian, 9% Hispanic, 2% Black, and 6% multiracial — notably less diverse than the city overall, though the diversity index of 58% captures some variation. Only 6.8% of students have economic need, reflecting the neighborhood's affluence (median household income of $139K). The PTA raised over $644,000 last year — that's $1,254 per student, well above the district average of $517. This is an involved, resourced community where parent engagement is clearly part of the school's DNA.

The Upper East Side is one of Manhattan's most family-oriented neighborhoods, scoring 99th percentile for family density and 90th for education orientation. Transit access is excellent (85th percentile), making commutes manageable even for working parents. The median home value of $1.2 million underscores the economic profile here — families who live in the zone are generally well-resourced. Parks and Museum Mile are walkable, and the area feels safe for children despite a safety score that reflects urban norms.

Very walkable — this is a neighborhood where many families commute on foot, and the excellent transit score means car-free households manage fine.