PS 236 Mill Basin

PS 236 Mill Basin stands out as a high-performing elementary school serving 562 students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Brooklyn's Mill Basin neighborhood. With a student-teacher ratio of 16.5:1 and 34 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides focused attention that translates into impressive academic results. The school's academic excellence is reflected in its strong test scores, with 86% of students achieving proficiency or above in ELA/reading and 88% meeting proficiency standards in mathematics.

This performance has earned PS 236 Mill Basin a ranking of #363 out of 4,758 schools statewide, placing it in the 92nd percentile among New York elementary schools. Located at 6302 Avenue U, the school serves a stable, middle-class community where the median household income reaches $91,379 and 38% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood's low poverty rate of 9.4% contributes to a supportive educational environment where families are typically well-positioned to support their children's academic success.

PS 236 Mill Basin operates within Brooklyn's diverse urban landscape, offering students the advantages of city resources while maintaining the feel of a close-knit school community dedicated to academic achievement.