PS 380 JOHN WAYNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PS 380 JOHN WAYNE ELEMENTARY 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 582 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 53 teachers, PS 380 JOHN WAYNE ELEMENTARY 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 380 JOHN WAYNE ELEMENTARY**, located at 370 Marcy Avenue in the Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood of Brooklyn, serves students from prekindergarten through fifth grade. As a NYC public school, it operates within the Department of Education's framework, providing a foundational education focused on core academic subjects, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of essential literacy and numeracy skills. The school community reflects the diverse cultural and socioeconomic fabric of the surrounding Brooklyn neighborhood, emphasizing an inclusive environment for its young learners.

The school is notable for its commitment to providing a structured learning environment that prioritizes student engagement and academic growth. In addition to standard classroom instruction, PS 380 generally offers various support services to meet the diverse needs of its student population, including English Language Learner (ELL) support and programs for students with disabilities. By fostering partnerships between educators, families, and the local community, the school aims to prepare its students for the rigors of middle school and long-term academic success.

For more information, contact PS 380 JOHN WAYNE ELEMENTARY at (718) 388-0067 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.