PS 192 MAGNET SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE INQUIRY
PS 192 MAGNET SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE INQUIRY 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 675 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 58 teachers, PS 192 MAGNET SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE INQUIRY 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. 192, officially known as the Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry, is a public elementary school located in the Borough Park neighborhood of Brooklyn. As a designated magnet school, it places a specialized emphasis on fostering students' curiosity and critical thinking skills through a rigorous focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The school is committed to providing a hands-on learning environment where students are encouraged to ask questions, conduct investigations, and engage in collaborative problem-solving to prepare them for future academic success.
Beyond its core focus on math and science, P.S. 192 serves a diverse student body and strives to create a supportive community atmosphere. The curriculum is designed to integrate inquiry-based learning across various subjects, helping students develop the analytical skills necessary to navigate a complex world. By leveraging its magnet status, the school frequently integrates specialized resources and enriched programming to provide a comprehensive educational experience that aims to inspire a lifelong passion for discovery and academic achievement in its elementary-aged learners.
For more information, contact PS 192 MAGNET SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE INQUIRY at (718) 633-3061 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
BROOKLYN, NY 11204-2294
(718) 633-3061
PS 192 MAGNET SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE INQUIRY is a public Title I school in BROOKLYN, NY with about 675 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
- Total Students:
- 675
- Teachers:
- 58.03
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 675 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 47.3%
- White
- 28.6%
- Asian
- 20.9%
- Black or African American
- 1.5%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 1.0%
- Two or more races
- 0.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 52.6%
- Male
- 47.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.