PS 372 CHILDREN'S SCHOOL (THE)
460 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 7th
School Overview
P.S. 372, commonly known as The Children’s School, is a highly regarded public school located in the Carroll Gardens neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. It is widely recognized for its inclusive philosophy, operating as a collaborative integrated school that intentionally serves a diverse population of students, including those with special needs alongside general education students. By utilizing a team-teaching model in many classrooms, the school emphasizes a supportive environment where students of varying abilities learn together, fostering a culture of empathy, acceptance, and individualized attention.
Academically and culturally, The Children’s School is known for its progressive approach to education, which prioritizes project-based learning, critical thinking, and social-emotional development. The school maintains a strong sense of community, bolstered by active parental involvement and a curriculum that encourages students to explore their interests through creative expression and hands-on discovery. Because of its unique structure and commitment to inclusive excellence, P.S. 372 is frequently cited as a model for urban public education, drawing families from across the district who value a holistic and equitable approach to childhood learning.
Academically and culturally, The Children’s School is known for its progressive approach to education, which prioritizes project-based learning, critical thinking, and social-emotional development. The school maintains a strong sense of community, bolstered by active parental involvement and a curriculum that encourages students to explore their interests through creative expression and hands-on discovery. Because of its unique structure and commitment to inclusive excellence, P.S. 372 is frequently cited as a model for urban public education, drawing families from across the district who value a holistic and equitable approach to childhood learning.
460
Total Students
73.0
Full-Time Teachers
6.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
42.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 190 |
| Hispanic | 114 |
| Black | 67 |
| Asian | 61 |
| Two or More | 24 |
| American Indian | 3 |
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White190 (41.4%)
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Hispanic114 (24.8%)
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Black67 (14.6%)
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Asian61 (13.3%)
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Two or More24 (5.2%)
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American Indian3 (0.7%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Special Education School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75 |
| Phone: | (718)624-5271 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 7th |
| Total Students: | 460 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 73.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 6.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 192 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 5 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
34
Kindergarten
89
Grade 1
63
Grade 2
56
Grade 3
60
Grade 4
57
Grade 5
60
Grade 6
2
Grade 7
1
Ungraded
38
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 34 |
| Kindergarten | 89 |
| Grade 1 | 63 |
| Grade 2 | 56 |
| Grade 3 | 60 |
| Grade 4 | 57 |
| Grade 5 | 60 |
| Grade 6 | 2 |
| Grade 7 | 1 |
| Ungraded | 38 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 167 | 36.3% |
| Male | 292 | 63.5% |
| Not Specified | 1 | 0.2% |
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