P.S. 177 The Marlboro

P.S. 177 The Marlboro is a large and reputable elementary school in Brooklyn, serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade. It is widely regarded as a strong school, consistently performing above average compared to other NYC schools, with academic proficiency in both ELA and Math well above the citywide median. The school is noted for its strong performance across diverse student subgroups, including English Language Learners and students with special education needs. Parent sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with official surveys showing exceptionally high satisfaction regarding staff support and family relationships. Many parents describe the school as amazing, highlighting caring teachers and responsive administration. The school fosters a supportive environment with high academic expectations, offering enrichment programs in STEM and arts, along with 1:1 tutoring and family English language classes. While some isolated concerns about staff patience and alleged class placement issues have been raised, the overall community confidence in this anchor school is strong. The school also provides health and wellness cooking classes and various physical activities for all grades.