P.S. 095 The Gravesend

P.S. 095 The Gravesend in Brooklyn serves students from Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade, offering a comprehensive educational experience. The school maintains a strong reputation, performing above average across key metrics, with high parent satisfaction and an excellent school climate. Parents report positive experiences, and students generally feel safe within the school environment. Academically, the school demonstrates notable strengths: ELA proficiency (65%) is above the citywide median, and math proficiency (76%) is particularly strong, well exceeding the citywide median. The school also offers a higher-than-average share of accelerated coursework. Distinctive programs include a "Leader in Me" partnership, fostering leadership, and a robust STEM curriculum with engineering, coding, and robotics for middle schoolers. A comprehensive arts program and an EAGLE Honors Program with advanced Regents courses further enrich the offerings. A free afterschool program with NIA provides various sports, alongside a Model United Nations Debate Team and test preparation for specialized high schools and state exams. While overall sentiment is positive, some parents have noted concerns regarding auditorium visibility during performances and occasional social behavior issues.