Dr. Jacqueline Peek-Davis School

Dr. Jacqueline Peek-Davis School, serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade in Brooklyn, is a small, community-focused elementary school with an enrollment of 191 students, which is below the citywide 25th percentile for school size. The school fosters a nurturing and orderly environment, reflected in its excellent attendance rate, which is well above the citywide 75th percentile, and a notable record of zero suspensions. Recent parent surveys indicate overwhelmingly positive sentiment, with 96-100% positive responses across various questions, suggesting strong family satisfaction and engagement. Academically, the school's ELA proficiency rate is below the citywide median, while its math proficiency rate falls below the 25th percentile, indicating an area for growth. The school serves a student population with a high percentage of students with disabilities (IEPs) and high economic need, both at or above the citywide 75th percentile. Programs include a Playworks initiative aimed at reducing bullying and enhancing safety during recess, and a technology club where students engage with tools like Minecraft and Scratch. The curriculum incorporates Eureka Math/Engage NY and the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project. The school emphasizes collaboration with families and offers various engagement opportunities, including adult education classes, afterschool, and Saturday school.