PS 81 THADDEUS STEVENS

PS 81 THADDEUS STEVENS 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 293 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 28 teachers, PS 81 THADDEUS STEVENS has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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. 81 Thaddeus Stevens, located in the Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood of Brooklyn, serves students from prekindergarten through fifth grade. As a traditional New York City public school, it is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that focuses on foundational academics, social-emotional development, and preparing students for the transition to middle school. The school emphasizes a community-centered approach, aiming to provide a supportive atmosphere where students can grow both intellectually and personally within their local Brooklyn neighborhood.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, P.S. 81 is known for its efforts to engage the surrounding community and provide a safe, structured space for its diverse student body. The school leverages its location in District 16 to offer a variety of programs and extracurricular initiatives that reflect the needs and interests of its families. By focusing on essential skills and building strong relationships between staff, students, and parents, P.S. 81 strives to ensure that its graduates are well-equipped with the baseline tools necessary for future academic success.

For more information, contact PS 81 THADDEUS STEVENS at (718) 574-2365 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.