PS 971, the School of Math, Science, and Healthy Living, is located at 6214 4th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11220, in the Sunset Park neighborhood.
Background Information
As of the 2024-2025 academic year, the school has an enrollment of approximately 170 students. The student body is composed of 48% female and 52% male students. The student-teacher ratio is approximately 12:1, allowing for more personalized attention to students. Almost all the classrooms are ICT- Integrated Co Teaching Model.
PS 971 is one of several public elementary schools in the Sunset Park area, which is known for its vibrant cultural diversity and strong community engagement.
The neighborhood is characterized by a mix of residential and commercial areas, with a rich history of immigrant communities contributing to its dynamic cultural landscape.
The school is part of New York City Geographic District #20 and offers programs from kindergarten through 5th grade. PS 971 is also notable for being one of the few vegetarian schools in New York City, adopting a vegetarian menu for all school-provided meals.
The school’s mission focuses on providing a nurturing environment that fosters academic excellence, critical thinking, and healthy lifestyle choices among its students.
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