PS 307 DANIEL HALE WILLIAMS

PS 307 DANIEL HALE WILLIAMS 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 365 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 39 teachers, PS 307 DANIEL HALE WILLIAMS 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. 307 Daniel Hale Williams, located in the Vinegar Hill/Downtown Brooklyn area, is a vibrant elementary school that serves a diverse student body from Pre-K through 5th grade. Named after the pioneering African American surgeon Dr. Daniel Hale Williams, the school has historically been a focal point for the surrounding community, including the nearby Ingersoll and Whitman Houses. In recent years, the school has undergone significant shifts in demographics and programming, often navigating the complexities of Brooklyn's rapidly changing real estate landscape while maintaining its commitment to educational equity and inclusive community engagement.

Academically, P.S. 307 is known for its focus on providing a supportive learning environment that integrates social-emotional development with core curriculum standards. The school has worked to modernize its offerings by incorporating specialized programs, such as STEM initiatives and arts enrichment, to prepare students for middle school transitions. By leveraging its unique position in a gentrifying neighborhood, the school strives to bridge the gap between long-term local residents and new families moving into the area, fostering a collaborative school culture that values both its historic legacy and its evolving future.

For more information, contact PS 307 DANIEL HALE WILLIAMS at (718) 834-4748 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.