PS 202 ERNEST S JENKYNS

PS 202 ERNEST S JENKYNS is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 439 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 202 ERNEST S JENKYNS has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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. 202, also known as the Ernest S. Jenkyns School, is a public elementary school located in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn. Serving students from prekindergarten through fifth grade, the school is situated on Hegeman Avenue and functions as a key educational institution within the New York City Public Schools system. The school is named in honor of Ernest S. Jenkyns, reflecting its place within the local community's historical and educational landscape.

Academically, P.S. 202 focuses on providing a foundational education that emphasizes literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development. Like many schools in the district, it strives to create an inclusive environment that supports a diverse student body, often utilizing city-wide initiatives to improve student outcomes and foster community engagement. The school’s programs are designed to prepare young learners for the rigors of middle school while encouraging active participation from families and the surrounding Brooklyn neighborhood.

For more information, contact PS 202 ERNEST S JENKYNS at (718) 649-7880 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.