PS 119 AMERSFORT

PS 119 AMERSFORT 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 445 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 31 teachers, PS 119 AMERSFORT 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 119, known as the Amersfort School, is a public elementary school located in the Flatlands/Midwood area of Brooklyn. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is recognized for its commitment to providing a supportive and structured learning environment. It places a strong emphasis on foundational academics—particularly literacy and mathematics—while striving to meet the diverse needs of its student population through inclusive classroom settings and targeted instructional support.

Beyond the classroom, PS 119 is known for fostering a strong sense of community, often hosting school-wide events and parent engagement activities that encourage collaboration between families and faculty. The school focuses on the "whole child," integrating social-emotional learning into its curriculum to help students develop character, responsibility, and interpersonal skills. By blending rigorous academic expectations with a nurturing atmosphere, PS 119 aims to prepare its students for a successful transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact PS 119 AMERSFORT at (718) 377-7696 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.