Overview

Ps 179 Kensington is a public school in Brooklyn, NY. It is one of 32 elementary schools in New York City Geographic District #20.

School Rating

Ps 179 Kensington is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in New York with the same grade levels.
4/10
GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

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STUDENT LIFE

School Improvement

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Student Demographics

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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Neighborhood

202 Avenue C
Brooklyn, NY 11218
School leader: Ms. Bernel Connelly
(718) 438-4010
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School attendance zone
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