Why Choose P.S. 83 Luis Munoz Rivera?

🏆 Top 16% of All New York State Elementary Schools

Ranked #397 of 2,445 public elementary schools statewide — SchoolDigger 2024–25

P.S. 83 vs. NYC vs. NYS

Subject

P.S. 83

NYC Average

NYS Average

Math

77%

52%

57%

ELA

74%

50%

53%

Science

72%

43%

45%

Fully Accessible School

Fully Accessible School

P.S. 83 Luis Muñoz Rivera is a Fully Accessible School

P.S. 83 Luis Muñoz Rivera is proud to be certified as a Fully Accessible School by the NYC Department of Education — an inclusive choice for every student and family. This designation means our building meets all federal and city accessibility standards, ensuring that everyone can navigate our school independently and with confidence. Our accessibility features include accessible entrances with ramps and level entry points, elevator access to all floors, accessible restrooms with wider stalls and grab bars, designated accessible parking near entrances, wide hallways with clear paths for wheelchair users, and Braille and visual wayfinding signage throughout the building. These features benefit students with disabilities, family members, school visitors, staff members, and anyone facing temporary mobility challenges. At P.S. 83, we are committed to welcoming every student, family, and visitor through our doors.

School Culture

  • Family Satisfaction & Culture: According to the 2025 NYC School Survey:

    • 96% of families say the principal is an effective manager.

    • 96% of families feel respected by their child's teacher.

  • Teacher Satisfaction & Culture: According to the 2024-2025 NYC School Survey:

    • 91% of P.S. 83 teachers say the principal is an effective manager (compared to the 84% citywide average).

    • 95% of teachers say they would recommend this school to other families (compared to the 86% citywide average).

  • Attendance: The school maintains an impressive 89% average daily attendance rate.

 

If a family is looking for a deeply nurturing, fully accessible elementary environment with outstanding early-grade test scores, P.S. 83 is the superior choice.

Parent Testimonials

"My son has flourished academically, reading and writing far above his current grade level. He loves his teachers, and they have fostered lasting relationships with him."

 

"This school is an excellent school. My 2 boys attend this school and they are doing so well academically. The teachers really do go out of their way to help each student and Mrs. Castillo/Mrs. Cruz are a great team administering this school together. Kudos to this school and to their staff!!!!"

 

"The school is Great. I have two of my kids at PS83. The School have Great teachers , dedicated to their job. They provide excellent support on children academic. My daughter have increase her reading level and today she love to read. For me PS83 is just the best Ms Castillo, Ms Cruz , Teachers and staff make of PS83 a Great School."

 

"I have had several children graduate from Public School 83 and all have graduated from college. The administrative team and teachers work together to ensure in providing the students the very best educational experiences."

Student Testimonials

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