P.S. 023 Carter G. Woodson

P.S. 023 Carter G. Woodson is a small elementary school in Brooklyn, serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade. The school is known for its welcoming and family-like atmosphere, with parents frequently describing the staff and teachers as dedicated and exceptional in their efforts to support children and families. Parent satisfaction is notably high, with survey results indicating overwhelmingly positive experiences regarding the school's climate and engagement. The school demonstrates a strong commitment to supporting its diverse student body, including a significantly higher proportion of students with disabilities compared to citywide averages, and a very high percentage of students in temporary housing. It offers robust support services, including a social worker, psychologist, and numerous paraprofessionals, with staff actively working to ensure students attend school. Academically, the school focuses on a STEAM curriculum, featuring a hydroponics science lab and computer coding, alongside an innovative iRead program designed to enhance literacy skills and support students with dyslexia. While ELA proficiency rates are below the citywide 25th percentile, and math proficiency is slightly below the median, the school maintains a very low suspension rate. P.S. 023 also provides early childhood programs with outdoor play space, monthly museum trips, and a free after-school program.