PS 147 ISSAC REMSEN

PS 147 ISSAC REMSEN is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 355 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 24 teachers, PS 147 ISSAC REMSEN has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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. 147 Isaac Remsen, located in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn, is a public elementary school serving students from Pre-K through 5th grade. As part of the New York City Department of Education, the school is known for fostering a tight-knit community atmosphere. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, balancing core academic subjects with social-emotional learning to help students develop both intellectually and personally within a supportive environment.

The school is particularly recognized for its commitment to the arts and community integration, often utilizing its Bushwick location to provide students with diverse cultural and educational experiences. P.S. 147 prioritizes parent involvement and teacher-student collaboration, aiming to prepare its diverse student body for middle school success through a curriculum that promotes critical thinking, inclusivity, and core foundational skills.

For more information, contact PS 147 ISSAC REMSEN at (718) 497-0326 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.