PS 169 SUNSET PARK
934 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
P.S. 169, located in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, is a large, vibrant public elementary school serving students from Pre-K through 5th grade. The school is deeply embedded in its surrounding community and is well-known for its culturally diverse student body, which includes a significant population of English Language Learners. Because of its location in a neighborhood with high immigrant density, the school places a strong emphasis on inclusive education and provides robust support systems to help students navigate language barriers while striving for academic excellence.
The school is widely recognized for its commitment to both academic rigor and social-emotional development. P.S. 169 frequently integrates arts, physical education, and technology into its curriculum to create a well-rounded experience for its students. Furthermore, the school maintains an active partnership with families and local organizations, fostering a collaborative environment that aims to support the "whole child." By focusing on personalized learning and maintaining a safe, structured environment, P.S. 169 serves as a foundational pillar in the Sunset Park community, dedicated to preparing its students for future success in middle school and beyond.
The school is widely recognized for its commitment to both academic rigor and social-emotional development. P.S. 169 frequently integrates arts, physical education, and technology into its curriculum to create a well-rounded experience for its students. Furthermore, the school maintains an active partnership with families and local organizations, fostering a collaborative environment that aims to support the "whole child." By focusing on personalized learning and maintaining a safe, structured environment, P.S. 169 serves as a foundational pillar in the Sunset Park community, dedicated to preparing its students for future success in middle school and beyond.
934
Total Students
93.7
Full-Time Teachers
10.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
77.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 22 |
| Hispanic | 337 |
| Black | 4 |
| Asian | 560 |
| Two or More | 5 |
| American Indian | 4 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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Asian560 (60.0 %)
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Hispanic337 (36.1 %)
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White22 (2.4 %)
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Two or More5 (0.5 %)
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Black4 (0.4 %)
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American Indian4 (0.4 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15 |
| Phone: | (718)853-3224 |
| Website: | http://www.sunsetparkschool.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 934 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 93.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 717 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 11 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
136
Grade 1
133
Grade 2
174
Grade 3
129
Grade 4
164
Grade 5
196
Ungraded
2
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 136 |
| Grade 1 | 133 |
| Grade 2 | 174 |
| Grade 3 | 129 |
| Grade 4 | 164 |
| Grade 5 | 196 |
| Ungraded | 2 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 436 | 46.7% |
| Male | 498 | 53.3% |
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