FRESH CREEK SCHOOL (THE)

FRESH CREEK SCHOOL (THE) 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 214 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 17 teachers, FRESH CREEK SCHOOL (THE) 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.

The Fresh Creek School, located at 875 Williams Road in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn (District 19), serves as a specialized educational facility catering primarily to students with diverse learning needs. As a component of the New York City Department of Education’s District 75—a citywide district that provides instructional support for students with significant disabilities—the school focuses on individualized education programs (IEPs) designed to foster academic, social, and functional development in a structured, supportive environment.

The school is dedicated to creating a tailored learning experience that prioritizes life skills and personal growth alongside traditional academic goals. By utilizing smaller class sizes and a multidisciplinary staff that includes therapists and specialized educators, Fresh Creek aims to help students overcome unique barriers to learning. Its location in the 11207 zip code places it within a community-focused area, where the school functions as a vital resource for families seeking specialized instruction and therapeutic services for their children within the public school system.

For more information, contact FRESH CREEK SCHOOL (THE) at (718) 272-1843 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.