PS 282 PARK SLOPE

PS 282 PARK SLOPE is a public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 736 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 53 teachers, PS 282 PARK SLOPE has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

PS 282, also known as the Park Slope School, is a public elementary school located in the heart of Brooklyn’s vibrant Park Slope neighborhood. Serving students from Pre-K through 5th grade, the school is well-regarded for its diverse community and its commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment. It places a strong emphasis on social-emotional learning alongside rigorous academics, aiming to develop the "whole child" by encouraging both intellectual curiosity and personal responsibility.

The school is known for its active parent body and its integration into the local community, which supports a wide array of extracurricular activities and enrichment programs. With a curriculum that often highlights project-based learning and the arts, PS 282 strives to provide a well-rounded education. Its location at 180 6th Avenue makes it a central fixture in the neighborhood, drawing families who value a collaborative school culture that balances traditional instruction with modern, student-centered teaching practices.

For more information, contact PS 282 PARK SLOPE at (718) 622-1626 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.