P.S. 137 Rachel Jean Mitchell

P.S./I.S. 137 Rachel Jean Mitchell, located in Brooklyn, serves students from Pre-K through 8th grade. It is a very small school, with enrollment well below the citywide 25th percentile, contributing to notably small class sizes. Parents consistently express high satisfaction, describing a warm, positive, and nurturing community with dedicated staff and a responsive administration. The school is particularly praised for its 3K and Pre-K programs and a robust full-time arts program, including music, dance, and visual arts, which is considered a rare offering. Academically, ELA proficiency is a concern, falling at the citywide 25th percentile, while math proficiency is just below the citywide median. The school serves a high percentage of students with special education needs and a high economic need population. A significant strength is its 0% suspension rate, indicating a very positive and safe school climate. It operates as an unzoned school, welcoming applicants from across the district and beyond.