PS 121 NELSON A ROCKEFELLER

PS 121 NELSON A ROCKEFELLER is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 334 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 52 teachers, PS 121 NELSON A ROCKEFELLER has a student/teacher ratio of about 6:1. 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 121, known as the Nelson A. Rockefeller 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 well-regarded for its diverse student body and its commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and social-emotional development.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the rigorous standards of the New York State educational framework, with a strong focus on literacy and mathematics. Beyond core academics, PS 121 places significant value on the arts and enrichment programs, often incorporating music, physical education, and extracurricular activities to provide a well-rounded educational experience. The school community is characterized by active parental involvement and a collaborative atmosphere where staff work closely with families to ensure that students are prepared for the transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact PS 121 NELSON A ROCKEFELLER at (718) 377-8845 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.