Friends of Crown Heights 9

As a 3K and Pre-K center, this school does not have state test scores to report. The focus is on early childhood foundational skills, and the strong teacher survey responses around instruction quality (100%) suggest classroom environments are well-managed and developmentally appropriate. Without standardized testing data, parents should consider the teacher survey responses as the primary quality signal.

The teacher survey results are exceptionally strong — 100% report high instruction quality, 99% express trust in the principal, and 95% feel collegial trust with peers. These numbers are rare and suggest a well-functioning, supportive work environment. However, only 13 teachers completed the survey, which means these results represent a very small staff. Parents should ask about staff retention and continuity. There is no discipline or attendance data available for this early childhood program.

The school draws from Crown Heights North, a neighborhood with moderate household incomes ($73,859 median), moderate poverty (20.2%), and a college-educated population (42.4% BA+). Notably, only 11% of households have children — this is a neighborhood with many young professionals and older residents, meaning families with young children are a smaller but significant presence. The high family density score (90th percentile) reflects the broader Brooklyn area's family concentration. Homeownership is low (16.4%), indicating most families rent.

Crown Heights North offers excellent transit (87th percentile) making commutes easy, but parents should know safety scores are low (14th percentile) with elevated crime density and building violations. The area has strong education orientation (77th percentile), suggesting families who value schools. Family resources include nearby parks and community spaces, though the low stability score (7th percentile) indicates a neighborhood in transition. The median home value of $1M+ reflects recent gentrification pressures.

The neighborhood is highly walkable with excellent transit access. Families typically walk or take strollers to nearby pre-K centers. The area's urban density means traffic and parking can be challenges for those driving.