P.S. 011 Purvis J. Behan

The numbers here are extraordinary — 96.5% ELA and 96.2% math proficiency place P.S. 011 roughly 40 percentage points above the District 13 average, a gap that has widened rather than narrowed over time. The climb has been steady: from the low 70s in 2016-2019, through the pandemic dip (82.5% ELA in 2022), to the high 80s in 2023, and now near-universal proficiency in 2025. Grade 3 shows the strongest results (100% ELA, 99.1% math), suggesting early intervention is working, though Grade 5 remains strong at 96.2% ELA. This is a school where students aren't just meeting standards — they're consistently exceeding them.

The culture data tells a remarkable story: 100% of teachers rate instruction quality as strong, 100% feel safe at work, and 96% of parents say they're satisfied. Parent trust in teachers (97%) and the principal (96%) runs exceptionally high, and 100% of families report strong relationships with the school. But there's a wrinkle in attendance — while the overall attendance rate (93.9%) beats the district average, chronic absenteeism sits at 82.5%, notably high. This could reflect families taking extended time or health-related absences rather than disengagement, especially given the strong satisfaction numbers. Discipline is flawless: zero suspensions for three consecutive years.

With 830 students, P.S. 011 is a mid-sized elementary that reflects Clinton Hill's demographics: 55% Black, 15% White, 14% Hispanic, 11% multiracial, and 4% Asian. The diversity index of 73% is notably high, and with an economic need index of 38.5%, this is a school serving a mixed-income population — not the wealthiest zone in the city, but not high-need either. Ten percent of students have IEPs, which is typical. The neighborhood's high education orientation (83.14 on our metrics) and 71.5% of adults holding bachelor's degrees likely contribute to the strong academic culture at home.

Clinton Hill is a transit-rich, family-oriented neighborhood in central Brooklyn where education is a priority — 71.5% of adults have bachelor's degrees and median household income exceeds $118,000. The area scores well on family density (70.11) and transit access (88.12), making it practical for commuting parents. The safety score is lower (35.25), reflecting urban noise, but this is a established residential area with tree-lined streets and access to Pratt Institute. Families cite the neighborhood's sense of community as a major draw.

Clinton Hill is highly walkable, and most zoned families arrive on foot — the neighborhood's grid layout and proximity to multiple subway lines (the G, C, and Q trains nearby) make car-free commutes common