PS 298 DR BETTY SHABAZZ

PS 298 DR BETTY SHABAZZ is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 266 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 13 teachers, PS 298 DR BETTY SHABAZZ has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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. 298, also known as the Dr. Betty Shabazz School, is a public elementary school located in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. Serving students in grades PK through 5, the school is situated on Watkins Street and operates as part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 23. Named in honor of the civil rights activist and educator Dr. Betty Shabazz, the school aims to cultivate a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and character development.

As a community-focused institution, P.S. 298 works to address the diverse needs of its student population by providing a structured curriculum that aligns with city and state standards. The school typically focuses on literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional growth, often partnering with community organizations to provide extracurricular enrichment and support services. Its location in Brownsville makes it a vital neighborhood resource, dedicated to preparing young students for success as they transition into middle school.

For more information, contact PS 298 DR BETTY SHABAZZ at (718) 495-7793 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.