P.S. 298 Dr. Betty Shabazz

P.S. 298 Dr. Betty Shabazz is an elementary school in Brooklyn serving students from 3-K through 5th grade. The school is known for its strong parent satisfaction, with survey results indicating exceptionally high positive sentiment regarding the school environment and teaching staff. Parents consistently report positive experiences with teachers and the overall school climate. The school maintains a strong attendance rate, performing at the 75th percentile citywide, and benefits from small average class sizes. It emphasizes a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) curriculum and provides social-emotional learning supports. While the school fosters a supportive environment, academic proficiency in both ELA and Math is a significant area of concern, with state test scores falling below the citywide 25th percentile. The school has been noted for its unzoned status, allowing students from across the district to apply.