School Overview
PS 204, known as the Vince Lombardi School, is a public elementary school located in the Bensonhurst neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is well-regarded for fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment that emphasizes academic achievement and social-emotional development. It maintains a strong connection to its local community and is recognized for its commitment to providing a balanced curriculum that integrates core academic subjects with creative arts and enrichment activities designed to engage young learners.

The school is characterized by its dedication to maintaining high educational standards while addressing the diverse needs of its student population. By utilizing a variety of instructional strategies and collaborative partnerships with families, PS 204 strives to create a supportive culture where students feel encouraged to explore their interests and develop foundational skills for future success. Its long-standing presence in the 15th Avenue area makes it a cornerstone of the neighborhood, focused on preparing its students to become productive, empathetic members of the broader community.
1,005
Total Students
60.8
Full-Time Teachers
16.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
77.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PS 204 VINCE LOMBARDI
Demographic Student Count
White217
Hispanic200
Black1
Asian573
Two or More2
American Indian11
Pacific Islander1
  • Asian
    573 (57.0 %)
  • White
    217 (21.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    200 (19.9 %)
  • American Indian
    11 (1.1 %)
  • Two or More
    2 (0.2 %)
  • Black
    1 (0.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
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 #20
Phone: (718)236-2906
Website: http://www.ps204k.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 1,005
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 60.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 736
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 42
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 18
Kindergarten 148
Grade 1 146
Grade 2 150
Grade 3 154
Grade 4 181
Grade 5 204
Ungraded 4

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PS 204 VINCE LOMBARDI
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten18
Kindergarten148
Grade 1146
Grade 2150
Grade 3154
Grade 4181
Grade 5204
Ungraded4
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PS 204 VINCE LOMBARDI
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female46346.1%
Male54253.9%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)