PS 306

PS 306 serves 428 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in the Bronx, offering a solid elementary education with a favorable 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio and 36 full-time equivalent teachers. The school has earned a respectable 7.2 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks #890 out of 4,758 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 81st percentile among New York schools. Academically, PS 306 shows particular strength in mathematics, where 60% of students perform at proficient levels or above, while 50% achieve proficiency in English Language Arts and reading.

These results reflect the school's commitment to student achievement in a community where educational support varies. The school operates in ZIP code 10453, a diverse neighborhood where the median household income is $34,800 and about 15% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. With a poverty rate of 34.9%, many families face economic challenges, yet the community shows resilience with median home values reaching $524,600.

PS 306 provides elementary education in the heart of the Bronx, serving families in an urban environment where strong school-community connections help support student growth and development.

While current test scores at PS 306 are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.