PS 26 JESSE OWENS

PS 26 JESSE OWENS is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 230 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 20 teachers, PS 26 JESSE OWENS has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 26, also known as the Jesse Owens School, is a public elementary school located in the Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood of Brooklyn. Serving students in grades PK through 5, the school is named in honor of the legendary Olympic athlete Jesse Owens, reflecting a commitment to excellence, perseverance, and community spirit. The school operates under the New York City Department of Education and serves as a foundational academic institution for families in the 11221 zip code, focusing on providing a comprehensive primary education that prepares students for middle school success.

As part of the Brooklyn North district, PS 26 emphasizes the importance of a supportive learning environment, often integrating character development with core academic subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science. The school’s location on Lafayette Avenue positions it as a vital hub within the local community, where it strives to foster inclusive classrooms that accommodate a diverse student body. By promoting a culture of high expectations and community engagement, PS 26 JESSE OWENS aims to cultivate both the intellectual growth and the personal confidence of its young learners.

For more information, contact PS 26 JESSE OWENS at (718) 919-5707 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.