P.S. 380 John Wayne Elementary

P.S. 380 John Wayne Elementary, serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through fifth grade in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, is known for its strong family engagement and supportive environment. Parent surveys consistently show overwhelmingly positive feedback regarding the school's climate and relationships with families. The school offers a Spanish Dual Language program and provides Transitional Bilingual Education in Yiddish, catering to its diverse student population. It also features specialized programs for students with autism and those requiring bilingual special education. Academically, the school's ELA and Math proficiency rates are above the citywide 25th percentile, though they fall below the median. While some external rankings present a mixed view of its overall performance, the school has been recognized in the past for its strong survey scores in areas like safety, communication, and academic expectations. A distinctive feature of the school is a 38-foot mosaic mural by artist Knox Martin, dedicated to John Wayne, after whom the school was named in 1982. The school maintains a very low suspension rate, contributing to a safe learning atmosphere.