P.S./I.S. 104 The Fort Hamilton School

P.S./I.S. 104 The Fort Hamilton School is a large K-8 institution in Brooklyn, known for its focus on Civic Leadership and responsibility, encouraging students to engage in service and community endeavors. Academically, the school demonstrates strong performance, with English Language Arts (ELA) proficiency well above the citywide median and near the 75th percentile, and Math proficiency also exceeding the citywide median. The school consistently performs above district and state averages in both ELA and Math. It offers a range of enrichment opportunities, including theater, visual arts, vocal music, sports, and an annual STEAM Expo, alongside accelerated classes in subjects like Algebra and Biology for high school credit. Parents generally express high satisfaction, describing a caring and nurturing environment with dedicated and attentive teachers. However, some student survey data indicates concerns regarding bullying, physical fights, and the fairness of conflict resolution. Some community feedback also points to issues with overcrowding and occasional challenges in classroom management, particularly in the middle school grades. The school occupies a stately building with historical architectural details, and its younger grades (K-1) are housed in a separate, cheerful annex.