PS 195 MANHATTAN BEACH

385 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

PS 195, located in the quiet, residential neighborhood of Manhattan Beach, Brooklyn, is a well-regarded public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. Known for its strong sense of community and academic rigor, the school consistently prioritizes a balanced curriculum that integrates core academic subjects with enrichment opportunities. Its location in a suburban-style pocket of Brooklyn contributes to a close-knit environment where parental involvement is high and the school culture remains focused on stability and student development.

Beyond traditional academics, PS 195 places significant emphasis on fostering social-emotional growth and building a supportive learning atmosphere. The school utilizes its resources to provide a well-rounded educational experience, often highlighting programs that encourage creativity and critical thinking. Because of its reputation for maintaining high standards and a safe, nurturing environment, it remains a highly sought-after destination for families residing in the Manhattan Beach area and the surrounding Southern Brooklyn community.

385

Total Students

28.8

Full-Time Teachers

13.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

42.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PS 195 MANHATTAN BEACH
Demographic	Student Count
White	342
Hispanic	10
Black	5
Asian	23
Two or More	5

White
342 (88.8%)
Asian
23 (6.0%)
Hispanic
10 (2.6%)
Black
5 (1.3%)
Two or More
5 (1.3%)

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 #22
Phone:	(718)648-9102
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	385
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	28.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	155
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	9

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 10

Kindergarten 61

Grade 1 62

Grade 2 74

Grade 3 65

Grade 4 52

Grade 5 59

Ungraded 2