PS 889

PS 889 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 83 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to Kindergarten. 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 9 teachers, PS 889 has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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 889, located at 21 Hinckley Place in the Kensington neighborhood of Brooklyn, is a public elementary school that serves students in grades Pre-K through 5. Part of the New York City Department of Education’s District 22, the school is known for its emphasis on creating a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. It focuses on a well-rounded curriculum that prioritizes social-emotional development alongside core academic subjects, aiming to build a strong foundation for its diverse student body.

The school is often recognized for its community-oriented atmosphere and its commitment to fostering partnerships between families, teachers, and students. By maintaining smaller class sizes and personalized instruction, PS 889 strives to meet the individual needs of its learners while promoting a culture of collaboration and inclusivity. The facility provides students with various opportunities to engage in extracurricular activities and enrichment programs, ensuring a comprehensive educational experience beyond traditional classroom instruction.

For more information, contact PS 889 at (718) 935-3159 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

21 HINCKLEY PL
BROOKLYN, NY 11218
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PS 889 is a public Title I school in BROOKLYN, NY with about 83 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
School status:
New
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
83
Teachers:
9
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible-Title I targeted assistance program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 83 students

Asian
33.7%
Black or African American
24.1%
White
21.7%
Hispanic/Latino
18.1%
Two or more races
1.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.2%

Female
45.8%
Male
54.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.