School Overview
PS 17, also known as the Henry D. Woodworth School, is a public elementary school located in the vibrant Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is deeply integrated into its local community. It is known for fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth while promoting the social and emotional development of its diverse student body.

As a New York City public school, PS 17 benefits from the resources and curriculum standards of the Department of Education, often focusing on literacy, mathematics, and arts integration. The school building, located at 208 N 5th St, serves as a hub for local families, and the administration typically prioritizes parent involvement and community engagement to help enrich the student experience. With its long-standing presence in the area, PS 17 remains a key institution for neighborhood residents seeking a foundational education within a classic urban school setting.
202
Total Students
18.8
Full-Time Teachers
10.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
85.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PS 17 HENRY D WOODWORTH
Demographic Student Count
White19
Hispanic170
Black11
Asian1
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    170 (84.2 %)
  • White
    19 (9.4 %)
  • Black
    11 (5.4 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.5 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.5 %)
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 #14
Phone: (718)387-2929
Website: http://www.ps17k.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 202
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 18.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 171
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 2
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 19
Kindergarten 29
Grade 1 24
Grade 2 33
Grade 3 24
Grade 4 36
Grade 5 37

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PS 17 HENRY D WOODWORTH
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten19
Kindergarten29
Grade 124
Grade 233
Grade 324
Grade 436
Grade 537
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PS 17 HENRY D WOODWORTH
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female10351%
Male9949%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)