P.S. 020 Clinton Hill

P.S. 020 Clinton Hill is a highly-regarded elementary school in Brooklyn's Clinton Hill neighborhood, serving students from Pre-K through 5th grade. It is recognized for its strong academic performance, with ELA proficiency rates well above the citywide median and math proficiency also exceeding the median. The school operates as an accredited International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) school, emphasizing an inquiry-based, transdisciplinary curriculum that fosters academic excellence and social-emotional growth. Parents consistently express high satisfaction, describing a warm and friendly environment with attentive staff. The school is known for its French Dual Language program, which receives positive feedback from families. Beyond core academics, P.S. 020 offers a variety of enriching programs, including a Green Arts Gardening Program with a school beehive, a Utopia/STEAM Lab, and instruction in music, dance, visual arts, chess, and swimming. No significant areas of concern are widely reported, and the school maintains an excellent safety and school climate.