PS 112 LEFFERTS PARK

PS 112 LEFFERTS PARK 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 684 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 56 teachers, PS 112 LEFFERTS PARK 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.

PS 112, also known as the Lefferts Park School, is a public elementary school located in the Bensonhurst neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 20. It is situated in a quiet, residential area and is well-regarded within the local community for its long-standing presence and commitment to providing a foundational education for neighborhood children.

Academically, PS 112 focuses on a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. The school is known for fostering a supportive and structured learning environment that encourages student growth and social-emotional development. With a diverse student body, the school frequently integrates programs designed to support English Language Learners and students with varied academic needs, aiming to ensure that all students meet state standards while preparing them for the transition to middle school.

For more information, contact PS 112 LEFFERTS PARK at (718) 232-0685 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.