P.S. 128 Bensonhurst

P.S. 128 Bensonhurst is a diverse elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in a historic building in Brooklyn's Bensonhurst neighborhood. The school embraces a "whole-child" approach, focusing on academic, social, emotional, physical, and creative development, and implements the "Leader in Me" program to foster leadership skills. It offers robust programs in music, dance, visual arts, theater, and technology. The student body is notably diverse, with a high percentage of English Language Learners and students from low-income backgrounds, and the school provides extensive support for these families. Academically, the school's ELA and Math proficiency rates are below the citywide median, placing them near the 25th percentile. However, the school maintains a very low suspension rate, indicating a safe and orderly environment. Parent satisfaction is exceptionally high, with survey results showing strong positive feedback on various aspects of the school. While some community feedback has raised concerns about internal staff dynamics and leadership, parents generally describe a friendly neighborhood school. The school is partially accessible due to its historic nature.