PS 215 MORRIS H WEISS

PS 215 MORRIS H WEISS 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 924 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 54 teachers, PS 215 MORRIS H WEISS has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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 215, also known as the Morris H. Weiss School, is a public elementary school located in the Gravesend neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. Serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade, the school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 21. It is situated in a quiet, residential area of Brooklyn and has long served as a neighborhood hub for families in the 11223 zip code, emphasizing a traditional elementary education curriculum focused on literacy, mathematics, and social development.

The school is generally recognized for its commitment to fostering a supportive community environment for its diverse student body. Like many schools in the NYC system, PS 215 utilizes a mix of classroom instruction and enrichment activities to meet state standards while preparing students for middle school transitions. It maintains an active PTA and focuses on building strong partnerships between educators and parents to ensure student success. For those looking for specific performance data, current reports on school quality, test scores, and safety ratings can be found via the official NYC Department of Education "NYC School Search" portal.

For more information, contact PS 215 MORRIS H WEISS at (718) 339-2464 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.