At a Glance
A near-majority Black elementary school in family-dense Bedford-Stuyvesant where every student has an IEP and families report near-universal trust in leadership
Families whose children have IEPs or require specialized educational support and who value a school with strong parent-principal relationships and a non-punitive discipline approach. Parents who prioritize academic performance data for comparison may want to look elsewhere, as no proficiency metrics are available. The school is well-suited for families embedded in the Bedford-Stuyvesant community who prioritize trust and safety culture over raw academic benchmarks.
- Every student has an Individualized Education Program (IEP) — a rare configuration serving a specialized population
- Zero suspensions — a stark contrast to the district average of 1.4% and a sign of restorative or non-punitive discipline
- 100% parent-principal trust, the highest possible rating, indicating exceptional leadership perception
- PTA fundraising of $0 per student — families contribute minimally, reflecting either limited capacity or a different school funding model
- Teacher instruction quality (89%) exceeds the district average (87.6%)
- No academic proficiency data available, making it impossible to compare student achievement directly with district peers
- 100% of students have IEPs — this is a specialized setting that may not suit families seeking a traditional general education environment
- Family survey response rate is low at 12%, meaning the high satisfaction scores represent a subset of families
- PTA fundraising is effectively zero, indicating limited parent financial resources or engagement
- Low safety score (21.84) in the surrounding neighborhood requires consideration for younger children
- The school has no listed academic performance trend to evaluate improvement or decline
Based on 2024-25 data
School SummaryDistrict 13
Among District 13 peer schools with quality ratings, P.S. K140 does not appear on the list of top performers (ranging from 96 to 75). Without a quality rating or test score data provided, it's difficult to position the school precisely among its peers. However, the school's exceptional trust metrics and zero suspensions suggest a positive school culture, even if academic outcomes remain unclear. The peer schools listed (P.S. 011 at 96, Emily Warren Roebling at 91) represent higher-performing options in the district based on available metrics.
No ELA or math proficiency data is available for P.S. K140 this year, making it difficult to directly benchmark academic performance against the district average of 53% in ELA and 46% in math. The school serves a student body with 100% IEP prevalence and 92.7% economic need, indicating a population requiring significant academic support. Teacher instruction quality is rated at 89%, slightly above the district average of 87.6%, suggesting teachers feel confident in their delivery despite challenging circumstances.
The school demonstrates exceptional family trust metrics — 100% of parents report confidence in the principal, 97% trust teachers, and overall satisfaction sits at 93% (above the district average of 90.6%). Teacher-reported safety is 94%, slightly below the district average of 96% but still strong. Teacher-principal trust and collegial trust both register at 84%, indicating generally positive workplace relationships, though not as robust as parent trust. Most notably, there were zero suspensions last year — a sharp contrast to the district average of 1.4%.
The student body is 62% Black, 28% Hispanic, 4% Asian, and 4% White, reflecting the demographics of Bedford-Stuyvesant, which has a predominantly Black and Hispanic population with a growing middle-class presence (median household income $77,685). The diversity index of 56% is moderate. With an economic need index of 92.7%, nearly all families face significant financial challenges. The school serves a genuinely diverse community in terms of race and ethnicity, set within a neighborhood where 15.7% of households have children.
Bedford-Stuyvesant (West) is a transit-rich, family-dense neighborhood with an education orientation score of 71.26 and family density at 91.57 — meaning families with children are everywhere here. Transit access is excellent (86.21), making commutes manageable. However, the safety score of 21.84 is low, and the crime density is elevated. The neighborhood has a homeownership rate of only 20.4%, with most families renting. Median home values are high at $1.27 million despite a 27.9% poverty rate, reflecting the area's rapid gentrification. There are parks and family resources, though air quality concerns (PM2.5 levels and elevated asthma rates) are notable.
The neighborhood is highly walkable with excellent transit options — families can easily reach the school on foot or via subway. However, parents should be aware of the low safety score and plan accordingly for younger children.
Survey Results
NYC School Survey (2025) · 40 families responded (12% rate)
Racial & Ethnic Diversity
NYC DOE InfoHub · 2022-23
PTA Fundraising
Source: DOE Local Law 171 disclosure
Economic Need & Special Populations
Discipline
NYSED Student & Educator Database
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is P.S. K140 a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for P.S. K140 yet on Motley. It's a public school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Bedford-Stuyvesant (West).
- What grades does P.S. K140 serve?
- P.S. K140 serves grades Pre-K to 5.
- Is P.S. K140 public, charter, or private?
- P.S. K140 is a public school in NYC Community School District 13.
- What neighborhood is P.S. K140 in?
- P.S. K140 is in Bedford-Stuyvesant (West), Brooklyn.
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