PS 247

PS 247 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 873 students offering grade levels from 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 54 teachers, PS 247 has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 247, located at 7000 21st Avenue in the Bensonhurst neighborhood of Brooklyn, is a public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the New York City Department of Education (District 20), the school is recognized for its commitment to providing a structured and supportive learning environment. It emphasizes core academic subjects while encouraging a sense of community among its diverse student body.

The school is well-regarded for its focus on literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development. Beyond the standard curriculum, PS 247 often incorporates programs designed to foster student engagement, such as arts integration and various extracurricular activities. Parents and guardians generally appreciate the school’s active community involvement and the dedicated staff who work to ensure that students are prepared for the transition to middle school.

For more information, contact PS 247 at (718) 236-4205 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.