At a Glance
A K-12 special education school where nearly every family and teacher reports feeling trusted, supported, and safe
Families with children who have IEPs and are looking for a small, highly trusted special education environment where 100% of students have individualized education plans. Parents who prioritize strong parent-school relationships, restorative discipline approaches, and teacher-reported high instruction quality will find this school aligns with those values. Families should be prepared for a school that serves exclusively students with special needs and should inquire about specific programming, class sizes by grade, and how the K-12 structure works in practice.
- 100% IEP student population — a dedicated special education K-12 school
- Near-universal trust: 99% parent-teacher trust, 99% parent-principal trust, 97% teacher-principal trust
- Zero suspensions reported — a restorative or highly supportive discipline approach
- Teacher instruction quality rated 98% (vs 88% district average)
- Very high family engagement: 95% survey response rate, 389 family responses
- Small school: 289 students across 14 grade levels means intimate scale
- Academic proficiency data was not reported — families should ask about specific outcomes and programming
- 100% IEP population means this is a specialized setting — not a neighborhood zoned school
- With only 289 students total, class sizes and course offerings may differ from larger schools
- The school draws from across District 13, so commute times vary significantly
- No attendance data provided — worth asking about daily attendance patterns
Based on 2024-2025 data
School SummaryDistrict 13
In District 13, P.S. K077 occupies a unique position as a K-12 special education school. It doesn't appear in the comparative peer school list (which includes zoned schools like P.S. 011 and charter options), making direct comparisons difficult. The peer schools listed — including The Emily Warren Roebling School (91/100) and Community Roots Charter School (78/100) — are all general education settings. This school's value lies in its specialized mission rather than competitive rankings.
Academic proficiency data was not available for this school. However, the school serves a student population with 100% IEP status and an economic need index of 89, indicating significant support needs. Teacher-reported instruction quality stands at 98% — notably above the district average of 88% — suggesting strong instructional practices, though families should inquire about specific academic programming and outcomes.
The survey data here is extraordinary. Parents report 98% satisfaction, and nearly every dimension of trust — between parents and teachers (99%), parents and the principal (99%), and teachers and leadership (97%) — hits near-perfect marks. Teacher-reported safety sits at 96%, matching the district average. Perhaps most telling: zero suspensions last year, suggesting a restorative or highly supportive approach to behavior. The family survey response rate of 95% indicates strong community engagement — families are participating, which often correlates with buy-in.
This school's demographics don't mirror its affluent Park Slope neighborhood — instead, they reflect the diverse populations the district serves in special education programs. The student body is 35% Black, 23% Hispanic, 22% Asian, and 20% White, with a diversity index of 77%. All 289 students have IEPs, making this a specialized setting. The economic need index of 89 is high, indicating most families face economic challenges despite the school's location in one of the city's wealthiest neighborhoods.
Park Slope is one of Brooklyn's most family-oriented neighborhoods, scoring 97% on the family density metric and 94% on education orientation. The area offers excellent transit (79th percentile), numerous parks, and strong community resources. However, safety scores are moderate (37th percentile), and environmental health indicators show elevated rates of childhood asthma and lead exposure — common urban challenges. The neighborhood has a median home value of $1.6 million and homeownership rate of 43%, reflecting significant wealth.
Park Slope is highly walkable, and families typically arrive on foot or via stroller-friendly streets. The area's transit score is strong, making car-free family life feasible.
Survey Results
NYC School Survey (2025) · 389 families responded (95% rate)
Racial & Ethnic Diversity
NYC DOE InfoHub · 2022-23
Economic Need & Special Populations
Discipline
NYSED Student & Educator Database
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is P.S. K077 a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for P.S. K077 yet on Motley. It's a public school serving grades Pre-K to 12 in Park Slope.
- What grades does P.S. K077 serve?
- P.S. K077 serves grades Pre-K to 12.
- Is P.S. K077 public, charter, or private?
- P.S. K077 is a public school in NYC Community School District 13.
- What neighborhood is P.S. K077 in?
- P.S. K077 is in Park Slope, Brooklyn.
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