PS 109

PS 109 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 685 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 47 teachers, PS 109 has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 109, located in the Flatbush/East Flatbush 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, the school is known for being a neighborhood-focused institution that emphasizes foundational academics alongside social-emotional development. It generally serves a diverse student body, reflecting the multicultural character of the surrounding Brooklyn community.

The school is typically recognized for its commitment to providing a supportive environment where students are encouraged to grow both intellectually and personally. Like many schools in the district, PS 109 focuses on core curriculum areas such as literacy and mathematics, while often integrating arts, physical education, and extracurricular activities to provide a well-rounded educational experience. For parents and community members, the school is often seen as an anchor in the local area, prioritizing parent engagement and active collaboration between educators and families to foster student success.

For more information, contact PS 109 at (718) 693-3426 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.