PS 264 BAY RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS

PS 264 BAY RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS 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 481 students offering grade levels from 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 41 teachers, PS 264 BAY RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS 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. 264, also known as the Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts, is a vibrant public school located in the heart of Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. As its name implies, the school places a significant emphasis on integrating the arts into the daily curriculum, fostering a creative environment where students are encouraged to explore their artistic talents alongside traditional academic subjects. The school is widely recognized for its strong sense of community, dedicated staff, and commitment to nurturing both the intellectual and personal growth of its diverse student body.

Situated in a historic residential neighborhood, P.S. 264 serves students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. The school is often praised for its inclusive atmosphere and its efforts to provide a well-rounded education that prepares children for future academic success. By balancing rigorous classroom instruction with enrichment programs in music, dance, and visual arts, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded, expressive, and critical thinkers who are well-prepared for middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact PS 264 BAY RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS at (718) 630-1650 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.