P.S. 87 William Sherman
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Overview
Educational philosophy
Progressive / Play BasedPrograms offered
K+
Annual tuition
Free (NYC DOE)
School continues
Through Grade 5
Total students
~760
Financial aid
Not offered
Sibling & legacy
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P.S. 87 William Sherman is a large, well-regarded zoned NYC public elementary school (K-Grade 5) on the Upper West Side in District 3, led by principal Monica Berry. Known as a Community Studies / 'Classroom Without Walls' magnet with an inquiry-based curriculum and a strong Spanish-English Dual Language Program, it offers music, art, science and library alongside a '87 Afterschool' program and an on-site 'Big Yard.' State test proficiency sits well above citywide averages. Admission is free through NYC's MySchools system, with strong zoned priority for Kindergarten; the school is discontinuing its Pre-K classroom as of September 2026.
Programs & Schedule
Schedule
Monday – Friday
Extended hours
Yes
Tuition
Free; 2026-27 rate; Free K-5 elementary. Zoned neighborhood school in District 3; zoned students and siblings of zoned students have priority and historically fill nearly all seats, so out-of-zone offers are rare. General-education and Spanish-English Dual Language classes both offered at Kindergarten. Apply via MySchools Kindergarten admissions; families notified in spring. Kindergarten open houses for the 2026 cycle had concluded at crawl time.
This school continues through Grade 5. Enrolled students progress without reapplying.
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Leadership
Monica Berry
Culture & Community
A large, diverse zoned NYC public elementary school on the Upper West Side, described as a Community Studies / 'Classroom Without Walls' magnet school. PS 87 supports each child's academic, social and emotional growth through a rich, inquiry-based curriculum, and is organized around four core tenets: Be Kind, Be Wise, Be Brave, Be Honest. It is known for a strong Spanish-English Dual Language Program and a well-rounded program spanning music, art, science and library.
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