P.S. 308 Clara Cardwell

P.S. 308 Clara Cardwell is a small PK-8 school in Brooklyn, serving approximately 170 students. The school aims to provide a nurturing and safe environment with passionate educators committed to a rigorous and quality education, emphasizing critical thinking and problem-solving through respect, responsibility, resilience, and readiness. While the school's official rating for instruction and performance is "Needs Improvement," and state test scores for ELA (32%) and Math (18%) are well below citywide medians, parent feedback is overwhelmingly positive. Parents describe the school as a "safe and calm space" with a family-like atmosphere and caring, engaged teachers. Many families appreciate the community of care fostered under the current principal, noting improvements in school culture and student academic performance. The school serves a high-need population, with 95% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch and a higher-than-average percentage of students with IEPs. Its programs incorporate a focus on athletics, instrumental music, and visual arts.