PS 208 ELSA EBELING

PS 208 ELSA EBELING is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 383 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 37 teachers, PS 208 ELSA EBELING 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.

PS 208, also known as the Elsa Ebeling School, is a public elementary school located in the East Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. Serving students from prekindergarten through fifth grade, the school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 18. The institution is named after Elsa Ebeling, a respected educator who dedicated her career to the New York City public school system, and it serves as a central pillar for the surrounding diverse residential community.

The school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that focuses on both academic rigor and social-emotional development. By integrating core curriculum standards with various enrichment programs, PS 208 aims to prepare its students for middle school success while encouraging creativity and character building. With a focus on community engagement, the school often acts as a neighborhood hub, emphasizing strong communication between teachers, parents, and students to ensure a supportive educational experience for all children.

For more information, contact PS 208 ELSA EBELING at (718) 629-1670 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.