PS 236 MILL BASIN

PS 236 MILL BASIN is a public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 552 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 35 teachers, PS 236 MILL BASIN has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 236, also known as the Mill Basin School, is a public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in the Mill Basin neighborhood of Brooklyn. Known for its strong sense of community and academic rigor, the school consistently maintains a reputation as one of the higher-performing elementary schools in District 22. It is often recognized for providing a stable, traditional learning environment that prioritizes core curriculum subjects like literacy and mathematics while fostering a supportive atmosphere for families in the surrounding residential area.

Beyond its academic focus, PS 236 is characterized by its long-standing presence in the community and its active parent body. The school offers various extracurricular opportunities and enrichment activities designed to round out the student experience, such as arts, technology integration, and physical education. Because it is highly regarded within the neighborhood, the school typically experiences high demand for enrollment, reflecting its status as a cornerstone of the local Mill Basin educational landscape.

For more information, contact PS 236 MILL BASIN at (718) 444-6969 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.