Brooklyn Community Board 11

Public Schools

DISTRICT 20

  • Community School District 20
    415 89th Street, 5th Floor
    Brooklyn, New York 11209
    718-759-4912
  • Karina Costantino, Superintendent
  • P.S. 112 - Lefferts Park School
    7115 15th Avenue
    Brooklyn, New York 11228
    718-232-0685
  • Louise Verdermare (Alfano), Principal
    Donna Matarese, Parent Coordinator
  • Research through technology facilitated by wireless laptop computers, and inquiry-based science is the approach used in our science lab. Our instructional program is supported by a strong integration of the arts into curriculum. Our program currently offers our students instruction in violin, band, chorus, art and dance.
  • P.S./I.S. 163 - Bath Beach School
    109 Bay 14th Street
    Brooklyn, New York 11214
    718-236-9003
  • Maryann Wasmuth, Principal
    Valerie Ponzo, Parent Coordinator
  • P.S. 163 has been chosen as a model SEM school. Chorus, Art Club, Dance Club and Theater.
  • P.S. 186 - Dr. Irving A. Gladstone
    7601 19th Avenue
    Brooklyn, New York 11214
    718-236-7071
  • Bayan (Ebeid) Cadotte, Principal
    Elaine Delaney, Parent Coordinator
  • Balanced Literacy, Project Arts, Reading Recovery, ESL, Computer Lab plus classroom technology, American Ballroom Theatre, Grade 3 Recorder Program, Learning Through an Expanded Arts Program, Teacher's College Writing Program, Early Childhood Movement, Leveled Literacy Intervention. Afterschool Programs including: Academic Academy, ESL Through Music, Saturday Science Program.
  • P.S. 200 - Benson School
    1940 Benson Avenue
    Brooklyn, New York 11214
    718-236-5466
  • Javier Muniz, Principal
    Lucy LaMothe, Parent Coordinator
  • Tier II Gifted Prog., Legal Lives, Mobile Laptop Computers, Computer Lab, Library/Media Center, Author Studies, Russian Bilingual GLOBE, Russian Dual Language Kindergarten, Band, Chorus, Kindergarten Violin, Carnegie Hall, "Center for Art Education" Partnership Grant and Visual Arts all enhance our academic life. We are "Committed to Excellence." After school Virtual Y Program, Literacy/Test Prep After School Program, Newcomers' After School Program, Youth Leadership Program, Learning Leaders, New York Cares Saturday Volunteers, "Children's Musical Theater" and Junior Knicks are some of our programs.
  • P.S. 204 - Vince Lombardi School
    8101 15th Avenue
    Brooklyn, New York 11228
    718-236-2906
  • Nancy Tomasoulo, Principal
    Judy Logosso, Parent Coordinator
    Teri Faicco, PTA President
  • Delta Program, Legal Lives, Corrective Reading, Resource Rm., Drug/Alcohol Abuse Prevention, ESL, Reading Recovery, Literacy Plus, Project Arts, Author Studies, Balanced Literacy, Computer Education with Internet access in every room, wireless laptop program. Drama Club, Conflict Resolution, 5th Grade Chorus, Evening Center, 5th Grade Track Team, Book Fair, Dance Festival, Charitable Activities, Class Plays, Honor's Assemblies, Storytelling Contest, Social Studies Fair, Math Bee, Attendance Incentives, Student Organization, Band.
  • P.S. 205 - Clarion School
    6701 20th Avenue
    Brooklyn, New York 11204
    718-236-2380
  • Beth Grater, Principal
    Joyce Fisher, Parent Coordinator
  • Peer mediation, Chorus, Afterschool Orchestra, Peer Tutoring, Unified Games, DARE, Virtual Y, Penny Harvest, High School Volunteer Tutoring Program, Learning for Life, LEAP, after school ESL program, Common Sense Roundtable, Project Arts, Young Audiences. P.S. 205 has a variety of after school clubs including: Yoga, Dance, Cheerleading, Scrap booking, Technology, Cooking, Poetry, Painting, Gym, Art, Jewelry making, Dance, Needlecrafts, French, Board games.
  • P.S./I.S. 229 - Dyker School
    1400 Benson Avenue
    Brooklyn, New York 11228
    718-236-5447
  • Robert Zappulla, Principal
    Andrea Abrams, Parent Coordinator
    Marion D'Amico, PTA Co-President
    Linda LaSpina - PTA Co-President
  • Comprehensive gifted education class on each grade level: enrichment in art, music, library/media, technology, physical education, Author Studies, Jr. Great Books and Project Arts are integrated into the curriculum. Afterschool math and reading enrichment; Spring and Summer Junior Tennis League; Summer Sports and Arts Network, "Lunch and Learn," After School String Ensemble and Homework Helper programs.
  • P.S. 247
    7000 21st Avenue
    Brooklyn, New York 11204
    718-236-4205
  • Christopher E. Ogno, Principal
    Carmela Longo, Parent Coordinator
    Tami Manfredi - PTA President
  • A strong balanced literacy program emphasizes writing and literature appreciation. Other highlights are a wireless laptop program, CIMS math, Making Connections, Author Studies, Math Their Way and a state of the arts electronic keyboarding music program. A NYC Arts Partnership Grant helps us to incorporate the arts into all curriculum areas. Literacy Plus enhances students' literacy and math skills afterschool. The school has an art, math and drama club, a band and other clubs for students' participation. Students enjoy special trips, assembly programs and performances. Cultural arts specialists from LEAP, the NY PHILHARMONIC and YOUNG DANCERS REPERTORY work with staff and students.
  • J.H.S. 227 - Edward B. Shallow
    6500 16th Avenue
    Brooklyn, New York 11204
    718-256-8218
  • Brenda Champion, Principal
    Linda Neve, Parent Coordinator
  • Extracurricular activities include grade trips, shows, dances, student government; charity drives with still more to come! The school yearbook publishes student work, by students for students.
  • P.S. 686 - Brooklyn School of Inquiry
    50 Avenue P
    Brooklyn, New York 11204
  • Donna Taylor, Principal
  • P.S. 748 - Brooklyn School for Global Scholars
    1664 Benson Avenue
    Brooklyn, New York 11214
  • Ursula Annio, Principal
  • New Utrecht High School
    1601 80th Street
    Brooklyn, New York 11214
    718-232-2500
  • Maureen Goldfarb, Principal
    Anna Mineo, Parent Coordinator
  • This school's special academic programs included: 'Academy' Honors Program; EDOP-Sports Medicine and Health Careers; C.A.N.U.-Careers at New Utrecht: Business and Technology; Virtual Enterprises: An International Adventure; Travel and Tourism; AP courses; College NOW. Extracurricular Activities: 16 after school clubs, sports teams, Key Club, peer mediation-conflict resolution, Arista Honor Society, Archon- Community Honor Society, BEHS-Business Honor Society, Tri-Music Honor Society, After-School Advancement Program (ASAP)

DISTRICT 21

  • Community School District 21
    521 West Avenue, Room 351
    Brooklyn, New York 11224
    718-714-2502
  • Isabel DiMolla, Superintendent
  • P.S. 97 - Highlawn School
    1855 Stillwell Avenue
    Brooklyn, New York 11223
    718-372-7393
  • Kristine Mustillo, I.A. Principal
    Louisa Agrusa, Parent Coordinator
    Louisa Agrusa, Parent Coordinator
  • ELL Academy, Parent Involvement ELL Academy, Academic After School Programs, Project Arts Theatre/Dance Program, Extended Day Violence Prevention Program in Visual Arts, Family Math Night, Family Literacy Night, 97 Chorus, Chess Club, Multimedia Club, Grade 5 Phys. Ed. Club
  • P.S. 101 - The Verrazano School
    2360 Benson Avenue
    Brooklyn, New York 11214
    718-372-0221
  • Gregg Korrol, Principal
    Margaret Lloyd, Parent Coordinator
    L. Nitti, PTA Co- President
    D. Whitaker, PTA Co-President
  • Soccer, Touch Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Tennis and Cheerleading Teams; Formal Conflict Resolution Program; Drama and Dance Clubs; After School Homework Helper Program, Peer Tutoring; Adult Volunteers; Art, Technology, Science and Math Clubs; Chorus; Council for Unity; ESL; Remedial Reading and Math; Early Childhood Intervention.
  • P.S. 128 - Bensonhurst School
    2075 84th Street
    Brooklyn, New York 11214
    718-373-5900
  • Marcia Robins, Principal
    Rose Ann Montemurro, Parent Coordinator
    Lori Bilboa, PA President
  • Dance program, new computer laboratory, competitive tennis program, two Superstart Pre-K classes, a balanced literacy-reading program, Project Read (Grades 1-3). Project Read, Extended School Day program, tap dance club, tennis team, FEMA Saturday classes.
  • P.S 177 - Marlboro School
    346 Avenue P
    Brooklyn, New York 11204
    718-375-9506
  • Shoshana Singer, Principal
    Susanna Caleca, Parent Coordinator
    Heather Fiorica, PTA Co-President
    Maritza Fernandez, PTA Co-President
  • Computer Lab, Science Lab and FOSS Science, Math Lab, Balanced Literacy K-3, Accelerated Reader, Making Connections Literature and Social Studies, Project ARTS, SAPIS, Project READ, Home Reading program, ELA Team Teaching, and a full-time Staff Developer. Cadet and Concert Band, Chorus, Basketball, Cheerleading, Writing Club, Art Club, Citizens and Honor students, Arts Partners, Council for Unity, Learning For Life, Science - Technology Club, YMCA.
  • Brooklyn Studio Secondary School
    8310 21st Avenue
    Brooklyn, New York 11214
    718-266-5032
  • Andrea Ciliotta, Principal
    Lois Schwartz, Parent Coordinator
    Larry Fisk, PTA President
  • The Brooklyn Studio School allows students to experience a wide range of extra curricular activities which includes the Chess Club, Dance Club, Drama Club, Key Club School Newspaper, Student Government, Bowling, Basketball, Cheerleading, Volleyball, Literary Club, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, and the Urban Fellowship Mentoring Program.
  • I.S. 96 - Seth Low Intermediate School
    99 Avenue P
    Brooklyn, New York 11204
    718-236-1344
  • Denise Sandra Levinsky, Principal
    Denise McLain, Parent Coordinator
    Rebecca Castaneda, PTA President
  • Our fine arts activities include orchestral music, dance, fine arts, Yearbook Comittee, photo clubs and more! Other activities include creative writing, math club, and cheerleading. Our school also offers programs that are affiliated with the following companies: Dell (Dell TechKnow program), Panasonic (Kid Witness News Program), The National Foundation for Teaching Entreprenuership (Student entreprenuership program), and others. Competition teams in tennis, basketball & other sports. Our Beacon and extended day programs permit students to "major" in one area of concentration during the school day, and to "minor" in another talent area after school.
  • I.S. 228 - David A. Boody
    228 Avenue S
    Brooklyn, New York 11223
    718-375-7635
  • Dominick D'Angelo, Principal
    Betty Jiang, Parent Coordinator
    Laura Lopez, PTA Co-President
    Susan Stein, PTA Co-President
  • Art, Athletics, Band, Chess, Computer, Creative Writing, Dance, Drama, Keyboards, Science, Strings Vocal Music.
  • I.S. 281 - Joseph B. Cavallaro
    8787 24th Avenue
    Brooklyn, New York 11214
    718-996-6706
  • Stephen Rosenblum, Principal
    Kathy Fariello, Parent Coordinator
    Janice Campbell-Brewster, PTA President
  • Scholars' Academy, iTeach iLearn, Journalism/New Image, Media, Dance, Art, Music. A wide range of extracurricular activities is offered to our students. These include Academic Interventions in Extended Day programs, a Council for Unity, Student Council and in-school Service Society. Competitions include Lincoln-Douglas Debates, Spelling Bee, Storytelling, Ezra Jack Keats Book Writing and multicultural poetry contests.

    We also have the NIA (Neighborhood Improvement Association) After-School Program where students participate in a number of activities such as homework help, community service, sports and recreation, arts and crafts and field trips!

PRIVATE AND PAROCHIAL ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS

  • Bais Sarah - Educ School for Girls
    6101 16th Avenue
    Brooklyn, New York 11204
    718-871-7571
  • Saint Athanasius School
    6120 Bay Parkway
    Brooklyn, New York 11204
    718-236-4791
  • Elite High School
    2115 Benson Avenue
    Brooklyn, New York 11214
    718-373-0960
  • HeartShare School
    1825 Bath Avenue
    Brooklyn, New York 11214
    718-621-1614
  • Catherine Laboure Special Education Program
    294 Avenue T
    Brooklyn, New York 11223
    718-449-1857
  • St. Mary Mother of Jesus
    8401 23rd Avenue
    Brooklyn, New York 11214
    718-372-0025
  • Gesher Yehuda
    49 Avenue T
    Brooklyn, New York 11223
    718-714-7400
  • Saints Simon and Jude Elementary School
    294 Avenue T
    Brooklyn, New York 11223
    718-449-1857
  • Magen David Yeshiva
    2130 McDonald Avenue
    Brooklyn, New York 11223
    718-236-5905
  • Sinai Academic Center
    2025 79th Street
    Brooklyn, New York 11214
    718-256-7400
  • Magen David Yeshiva High School
    7801 Bay Parkway
    Brooklyn, New York 11214
    718-331-4002
  • Stillwell Avenue Prep School
    1990 Stillwell Avenue
    Brooklyn, New York 11223
    718-265-2220
  • Merkaz Bnos High School
    1400 West 6th Street
    Brooklyn, New York 11204
    718-259-5600
  • Tiferes Miriam High School for Girls
    6510 17th Avenue
    Brooklyn, New York 11204
    718-837-3100
  • Our Lady of Guadalupe School
    1518 73rd Street
    Brooklyn, New York 11228
    718-331-2070
  • Yeshiva Ohel Moshe
    7914 Bay Parkway
    Brooklyn, New York 11214
    718-236-4003
  • Yeshiva Chasdei Torah
    2143 65th Street
    Brooklyn, New York 11204
    718-256-1132