PS 48 MAPLETON

PS 48 MAPLETON is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 593 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 45 teachers, PS 48 MAPLETON has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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. 48 Mapleton, located at 6015 18th Avenue in the Bensonhurst section 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’s District 20, the school is situated in a vibrant, culturally diverse neighborhood. P.S. 48 is known for fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core academics while encouraging the social and emotional development of its student body.

The school places a strong focus on community engagement and academic achievement, utilizing a diverse curriculum designed to meet the needs of its varied student population. Beyond the classroom, P.S. 48 typically offers a range of enrichment opportunities and extracurricular activities that aim to broaden students' horizons. By prioritizing collaboration between educators, families, and the community, the school strives to prepare its students for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact PS 48 MAPLETON at (718) 232-3873 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.