School Overview
P.S. 169, located in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, is a large, vibrant public elementary school serving students from Pre-K through 5th grade. The school is deeply embedded in its surrounding community and is well-known for its culturally diverse student body, which includes a significant population of English Language Learners. Because of its location in a neighborhood with high immigrant density, the school places a strong emphasis on inclusive education and provides robust support systems to help students navigate language barriers while striving for academic excellence.

The school is widely recognized for its commitment to both academic rigor and social-emotional development. P.S. 169 frequently integrates arts, physical education, and technology into its curriculum to create a well-rounded experience for its students. Furthermore, the school maintains an active partnership with families and local organizations, fostering a collaborative environment that aims to support the "whole child." By focusing on personalized learning and maintaining a safe, structured environment, P.S. 169 serves as a foundational pillar in the Sunset Park community, dedicated to preparing its students for future success in middle school and beyond.
755
Total Students
79.4
Full-Time Teachers
9.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
96.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PS 169 SUNSET PARK
Demographic Student Count
White23
Hispanic280
Black3
Asian444
Two or More3
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • Asian
    444 (58.8%)
  • Hispanic
    280 (37.1%)
  • White
    23 (3.0%)
  • Black
    3 (0.4%)
  • Two or More
    3 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
Phone: (718)853-3224
Website: http://www.sunsetparkschool.org
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 755
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 79.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 717
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 11
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 103
Grade 1 114
Grade 2 129
Grade 3 113
Grade 4 168
Grade 5 128

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PS 169 SUNSET PARK
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten103
Grade 1114
Grade 2129
Grade 3113
Grade 4168
Grade 5128
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PS 169 SUNSET PARK
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female36348.1%
Male39251.9%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)