PS 3 BEDFORD VILLAGE (THE)

PS 3 BEDFORD VILLAGE (THE) is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 393 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 24 teachers, PS 3 BEDFORD VILLAGE (THE) has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

P.S. 3, also known as The Bedford Village School, is a public elementary school located in the Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood of Brooklyn. Serving students from prekindergarten through fifth grade, the school is deeply integrated into its historic community. It is widely recognized for its warm, inclusive culture and its commitment to fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes both the academic development and the social-emotional well-being of its diverse student body.

Academically, the school emphasizes a balanced curriculum that often incorporates hands-on learning, literacy development, and arts integration. P.S. 3 is well-regarded for its active parent community and its focus on creating a neighborhood school feel, where staff and families work closely together to enhance the educational experience. By balancing rigorous instructional goals with enrichment programs and community-building initiatives, the school aims to prepare its students for the challenges of middle school while encouraging them to become engaged, thoughtful members of the Bedford-Stuyvesant community.

For more information, contact PS 3 BEDFORD VILLAGE (THE) at (718) 622-2960 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.