PS 287 BAILEY K ASHFORD

PS 287 BAILEY K ASHFORD 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 175 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 18 teachers, PS 287 BAILEY K ASHFORD has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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. 287, also known as the Bailey K. Ashford School, is a public elementary school located in the Vinegar Hill/Navy Yard area of Brooklyn. It serves students from Pre-K through 5th grade and is part of New York City Public Schools District 13. The school is known for its focus on providing a supportive and inclusive environment, with a commitment to fostering both academic achievement and social-emotional development in its young learners.

The school community emphasizes a well-rounded education, often integrating arts and enrichment programs alongside core academic subjects. Situated in a rapidly evolving neighborhood, P.S. 287 acts as a central hub for local families, working to maintain strong parent-teacher partnerships. The school's mission generally centers on preparing students for middle school success by building foundational skills in literacy and mathematics while encouraging students to become active, curious members of their community.

For more information, contact PS 287 BAILEY K ASHFORD at (718) 834-4745 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.