P.S. 335 Granville T. Woods

This school has made a dramatic leap — ELA proficiency jumped from 26% to 68% and math from 14.5% to 70% between 2023 and 2025, now significantly outpacing the district averages of 57.6% and 57% respectively. The 3rd grade scores are especially strong (82.4% ELA, 87.5% math), suggesting early literacy and math interventions are working. However, the trajectory is recent — this is essentially a new data point, and families should watch for consistency. The overall score of 2.77/4 places it above the district average of 2.29.

The survey data is extraordinary: 100% parent-teacher trust, 100% parent-principal trust, 100% strong relationships, and 100% teacher instruction quality ratings. Parents clearly feel heard and valued here. Teacher-reported safety is 97%, well above the district average. The school has had zero suspensions for three consecutive years — a notable achievement. However, chronic absenteeism is high at 44.4% (compared to the district average), and overall attendance sits at 85%, below the 88.7% district average. This suggests that while families trust the school once they're there, getting students through the door consistently is a challenge.

This is a predominantly Black school (80%) in a neighborhood that's diverse but becoming increasingly expensive — the median home value is over $1 million. With 88.6% economic need index and 23% IEP students, the population has significant support needs. The small enrollment of 190 creates a tight community feel. At 35% diversity index, it's less diverse than the broader neighborhood which has 42.4% BA+ educated residents — this school serves families with substantial economic challenges.

Crown Heights North is a transit-heavy, family-oriented neighborhood with excellent subway access (87th percentile) and very high family density (90th percentile). The area has an education-oriented culture (77th percentile) and families will find community resources. However, safety scores are low (14th percentile) — parents should factor this into their calculus, especially for older children walking alone. The neighborhood is undergoing rapid change with high home values but still significant poverty (20.2% poverty rate).

Excellent transit access makes this highly reachable by subway, and the family-dense neighborhood means many students walk. Families should consider safety when planning routes, particularly for younger children.