Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School

This school delivers results that place it among Brooklyn's highest-performing elementary schools. ELA proficiency at 81.5% and math at 78.3% far outpace the District 23 averages of 52% and 50% respectively. The school has shown a strong recovery trajectory after a dip during the pandemic years — 2022 saw ELA drop to 54.7% and math to 60.2%, but scores have climbed steadily since, reaching their highest levels on record in 2025. Performance is consistent across grades 3-5, with fifth graders particularly strong in math (84.7%).

The survey data tells a story of a school where relationships work. Parent satisfaction sits at 95%, with nearly universal trust in both teachers (99%) and the principal (98%). Every parent surveyed reported 'strong relationships' with the school. Teachers rate instruction quality highly (91%) and report strong trust in leadership (94%) and each other (91%). Safety perception is strong at 93%. However, chronic absenteeism at 63.1% is a significant concern — far above district averages — suggesting that while families value the school, getting students there consistently is a challenge for many. Notably, the school has maintained zero suspensions for three consecutive years.

With 389 students, this is a mid-sized elementary school. The student body is predominantly Black (73%) with significant Hispanic representation (20%). The diversity index of 46% reflects this primarily two-group composition. Twenty percent of students have IEPs, and the economic need index of 77.1% indicates a high-need population. The school serves pre-K through 5th grade, plus special education. PTA fundraising of $16 per student is modest but reflects the economic realities of the community.

Ocean Hill is a predominantly residential Brooklyn neighborhood with strong transit connections (83rd percentile) but significant safety concerns (14th percentile for safety). Median household income is $57,870 with a 26.6% poverty rate. Only 20.7% of residents own homes, and 24.2% have a bachelor's degree or higher. The neighborhood scores moderately on education orientation (52nd percentile), suggesting a community that values schools but faces systemic resource challenges. Family density is high at 65.9th percentile.

The neighborhood is highly walkable with good transit access, though families should consider the area's safety rankings when planning commutes and after-school activities.