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P.S. 101 the Verrazano

Public | PK-5 | 843 students

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4 stars

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Posted February 26, 2012

I am a former student who attended P.S 101K from 1986-1991. This school gave me a strong educational foundation in the arts, technology, sciences, and social skills that has been unparalleled throughout my educational career. I often draw upon the skills learned here in my early childhood even as an adult. I often wish I lived in the zoned area so that my children may attend. Also the schools in this area are the most ethnically diverse of New York City elementary schools. Thanks for all the wonderful memories.


Posted January 27, 2012

why this school has a big amount of comments and rating only from May 2010?:/ anyway, i like the school, has good environment and teachers.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 21, 2010

P.S. 101 has the best teachers, my sons likes to go school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 20, 2010

P.S.101 is a great school! The teachers always help my daughter, when she needs help. There are lots of fun programs in the school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 19, 2010

P.S. 101 have great staffs who are helpful and informative in every way. And the academic activities are truly fundamental for even the little ones.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 19, 2010

Becouse this school is very good.And my kids like this school,and ticher.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 19, 2010

The school is one of the few 'Model Technology School' in NYC and combined with all the great teachers/principle making it the best school!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 19, 2010

P.S. 101 is a wonderful school. My daughter is in 4th grade and when she arrives home from school she always has a smile on her face. P.S. 101 has become a great Model Technology School and there goal is to prepare the children for todays technology.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 18, 2010

My kid loves 101 & feels happy every day; He likes study, reading & does his homeworks by himself before your checking.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 18, 2010

I am a very proud parent of PS 101. Both my kids have done amazing there and I can not say enough about the teachers, staff or parent association!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 18, 2010

Teachers are the best and the school is very safe.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 18, 2010

Great Teacher and Principal, very caring to all students
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 17, 2010

I love the school because: The staff is good;Teachers are very good,Crossing Guards,The staff in lunch room,Every body is so kind,specially the SECURITY GUARD IT'S VERY CLEAN/hallways,stairs,classrooms,outside.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 27, 2009

I feel really secure in my children attending this school. The teacher are wonderful, the techniques in which they implement in teaching the children is just wonderful. My children will come away from this school with so much knowledge that they will not be afraid to move on into society as intelligent adults.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 27, 2007

'I have just graduated from 101, and it is truly one of the best schools in Brooklyn. The teachers and Principal are very worm and welcoming too. P.S. 101 will always be in my heart forever.'
—Submitted by a student


Posted November 14, 2005

I find this school to be the best for my children. I went here when I was in elementary school and my daughter has some of my old teachers. I think the teacher and the staff are very caring and trustworthy.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 10, 2003

The Best school in Brooklyn By far! The staff and principal are just fantastic! My kids miss it dearly. My son learned so much . The Best PhysEd Program and Gym teacher anywhere to be found and 'quote me on that' . Warm , welcoming , caring environment . My son's education he got was priceless from what 101 gave him. A+!
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 56% in 2012.

141 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
72%
Math

The state average for Math was 61% in 2012.

143 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
80%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 59% in 2012.

152 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
72%
Math

The state average for Math was 69% in 2012.

157 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
80%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2011.

132 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 58% in 2012.

132 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
72%
Math

The state average for Math was 67% in 2012.

132 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
74%

2011

 
 
83%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

In 2009-2010, this school was given a grade of "B" for the elementary school level.

About the tests


Progress Report Grades measure the school's contribution to student learning in three areas: School Environment, Student Performance and Student Progress. Schools can receive additional credit for achieving exemplary performance progress among high-needs students. Progress Report Grades range from A to F.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York City Department of Education

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GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Asian/Pacific Islander 59% 8%
White 25% 51%
Hispanic 15% 21%
Black 1% 19%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 84%N/A44%
Limited English proficient 23%N/A7%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 16N/A13
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Fewer than 3 years experience 14%N/A10%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree and above 37%N/A33%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Teachers with no valid teaching certificate 7%N/A5%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008
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2360 Benson Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11214
Phone: (718) 372-0221

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