The Dr. Jean Pierre-Louis School of Excellence

P.S. 138 Brooklyn, serving students from Pre-K through 8th grade, is housed in a majestic 1902 building featuring a large auditorium. The school is known for fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment, with a generally happy and spirited tone, and teachers are noted for maintaining order without resorting to drastic measures. Academically, the school demonstrates strengths in state test results, with ELA proficiency (63%) and Math proficiency (61%) both performing above the citywide median. It consistently ranks in the top half of New York elementary schools, showing strong performance in math and science, even among economically disadvantaged students. The curriculum is described as rigorous and comprehensive, integrating innovative teaching methods and technology. P.S. 138 offers various pathways, including an Integrated Learning Pathway, a Dual Language Pathway, and the Dr. Pierre-Louis Gifted and Talented Pathway. In the middle school, students are encouraged to take advanced courses like Algebra and Earth Science, with many earning high school credit and receiving preparation for the Specialized High School Admissions Test. While parent sentiment is largely positive, with high satisfaction reported in school surveys, some online reviews express concerns about staff conduct and limited outdoor play. The school actively encourages parental involvement and community partnerships.