PS 221 TOUSSAINT L'OUVERTURE

PS 221 TOUSSAINT L'OUVERTURE is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 307 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 25 teachers, PS 221 TOUSSAINT L'OUVERTURE has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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. 221, known as the Toussaint L’Ouverture School, is a public elementary school located in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn. Serving students from prekindergarten through fifth grade, the school is named in honor of the leader of the Haitian Revolution, reflecting a commitment to cultural awareness and empowerment within its diverse student body. The school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 17, and it operates with a focus on fostering a supportive, community-centered academic environment.

Academically, P.S. 221 emphasizes foundational literacy and numeracy, while often incorporating social-emotional learning to help students develop both character and academic proficiency. The school typically provides a range of resources, including special education services and English Language Learner (ELL) support, to meet the needs of its varying student population. By prioritizing strong teacher-student relationships and family involvement, P.S. 221 strives to create an inclusive space that prepares its young learners for the rigors of middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact PS 221 TOUSSAINT L'OUVERTURE at (718) 756-0122 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.