P.S. 247 Brooklyn

P.S. 247 Brooklyn, known as The New York City College Partnership Elementary School, is a highly-regarded institution serving students in Pre-Kindergarten through fifth grade in Bensonhurst. The school consistently ranks among the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores, with math proficiency in the top 10% and reading in the top 20%. It was recognized with a U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon Award for academic excellence in 2013. Academically, students demonstrate strong performance, with ELA and Math proficiency rates well above the citywide median and 75th percentile. The school maintains a notably low suspension rate of 0%. A distinctive feature is its unique College Partnership Program, which exposes K-5 students to higher education through collaborations with numerous colleges, including campus visits and parent orientation fairs. Parents consistently express overwhelmingly positive sentiment, describing the school as excellent with dedicated and involved teachers. The faculty is highly rated for communication, respect for students, and commitment to student success. The school fosters a diverse environment, with students speaking nearly 30 different languages, and offers a rich array of enrichment activities such as robotics, coding, violin, and debate.