P.S. 041 Francis White

P.S. 041 Francis White is a K-8 school in Brooklyn known for its small, community-focused environment, serving approximately 159 students. The school emphasizes a "STAR identity," encouraging students to feel safe, challenged, engaged, and recognized. Academically, the school demonstrates strengths in core subjects, with 63% of students achieving proficiency in ELA and 64% in Math, both figures being above the citywide median of 55%. The school highlights a focus on STEAM, robotics, and personalized reading programs, utilizing structured reading instruction and digital supports. Parent sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with survey responses indicating high satisfaction with the school environment and staff. Parents describe teachers as attentive and dedicated. The school actively promotes social-emotional well-being through mandated counseling and meditation sessions, fostering a collaborative and supportive atmosphere for students and families. While the school's chronic absenteeism rate is slightly above the citywide median, its strong academic performance and positive parent feedback suggest a nurturing and effective learning community.