News, data and conversation
about schools in New York City.
WNYC’s participation is supported by
Explore the News
Weed-next-door-75x75 Teens: Weed is Part of Life
Join the Conversation
Do you think a longer school day is a good idea? Bad idea? Why?
7 Responses
Find + Compare Schools
Examples: Eleanor Roosevelt High... Harlem Success Academy...
Search by interest

BROOKLYN > District 22 > Public Elementary

P.S. 236 Mill Basin

6302 Avenue U Brooklyn, NY 11234
Q&A with the Principal, Mary Theresa Nelson

“PS 236 provides a warm nurturing learning environment for all students. We are an approved school for "gifted and talented students". Yet, we also provide ITC classes on every grade. …” Read More »

332200010236
6302 Avenue U
Brooklyn, NY 11234
Mill Basin
Compare to other schools »
Start a Conversation for P.S. 236 Mill Basin
Add a photo, video or link
or Cancel
FEB 24
Teacher Data Reports for P.S. 236 Mill Basin

Percent of school’s ratings that were “above average” or “high”

  • Math 42%
    •  Much higher than NYC average (25%)
  • English 42%
    •  Much higher than NYC average (25%)

New York released data for individual teachers throughout the public school system this Friday. Learn more about a specific school or teacher's ratings.  View data for teachers at this school»

First Bell Sep 20, 8:28 AM
New York Delays Rise in School Lunch Prices, but Maybe Not for Long

By Anna M. Phillips

New York City is holding down costs of school lunches, but a new federal law, rising food prices and the city's tight budget might mean students will eventually be charged more. Also in the news, a major policy speech this morning by Chancellor Dennis M. Walcott, school crowding, protests and a school's 50th anniversary. Read More »
About SchoolBook Aug 30, 6:09 PM
Principals' Summer Assignment: 'My School'

By Jean Rutter

The principals who responded to a SchoolBook questionnaire opened a revealing window on daily life at city schools and provided rich details about curriculum, the qualifications they look for when they hire teachers, and the expectations and aspirations they have for students. Read More »

Elsewhere on SchoolBook

May 18, 8:36 AM
Judge Allows G&T Testing Suit to Proceed

By Beth Fertig

A lawsuit brought by four families argues that the city's methodology is flawed when it comes to determining which children are eligible for gifted and talented programs. Read More »
Question
Asked By SchoolBook Editors
Do you think a longer school day is a good idea? Bad idea? Why?
7 Responses
Top Response By Claudette Gerdjunis
It is a terrible idea for most young children. Did someone forget that 10,11, 12, 13, 14 should still be playing on the playground, not trying to be mini adults … Read More »
Viewpoint May 17, 4:00 AM
Bill Gates Should Not Micro-Manage Our Schools

By Prof. Nicholas Tampio

"In regards to education policy, Bill Gates ought to have a loud voice in his school district, but a quieter one in mine." So says a father and Fordham professor who argues the Common Core learning standards, while positive, should not be imposed uniformly upon all schools and teachers. Read More »
Question
Asked By SchoolBook Editors
Are you celebrating your high school choice, or lamenting the match process?
4 Responses
Top Response By Stephen Louie
Speaking as a product of the NYC school system from K through 12 then SUNY... I ask what's the problem with the demographics of these schools? The opportunity is there, … Read More »
Hands-190x126
Viewpoint May 16, 4:00 AM
Controversy Brews at Teachers College

By Fred Smith

Some graduate students at Teachers College are offended by the decision to honor Chancellor Merryl Tisch at the school's graduation ceremony next week. To many of them, Tisch has supported policies antithetical to the Teachers College philosophy and they're considering ways to make their displeasure known. Read More »
Question
Asked By SchoolBook Editors
What are teenagers saying about the killing of Kimani Gray and the unrest that’s followed in Flatbush, Brooklyn?
1 Response
Parent-audience-190x142
May 15, 5:17 PM
Supreme Court Justice Urges Immigrant Parents to Help Children with School

By Yasmeen Khan

Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor told a large gathering of parents of English language learners to speak up and ask for help navigating the massive school system, and to remember this mantra: "I am not stupid. I am ignorant. Help me figure it out." Read More »
Question
Asked By SchoolBook Editors
How safe are the street intersections near your school?
1 Response
Top Response By Patricia Davies
A timely topic for our school (East Village Community) and the other 2 schools who share our building on 12th Street between Avenues B & C on Lower East Side. … Read More »
May 15, 3:51 PM
Thompson Proposes Mid-Course Correction to Bloomberg's School Policies

By Beth Fertig

Former Comptroller Bill Thompson, one of the Democrats running for mayor, said mayoral control could be in jeopardy when it comes up for renewal if there are not "tweaks" made to Mayor Bloomberg's education reforms. Read More »
Question
Asked By SchoolBook Editors
What tips and strategies do you have for parent-teacher conferences?
2 Responses
Top Response By Vicki Zunitch
There are only 2 questions worth asking at a five-minute conference: if my child's education is so important, why does DOE give only 5 minutes to discuss it? And when … Read More »
  • Performance8 Above Average
  • Satisfaction 2 Below Average
  • Diversity 6 Average
8/9 Key indicators of this school's performance, including test scores and graduation rates. View All Data »
Performance Statistics
3rd Grade English 676 / 800
Above Average
3rd Grade Math 698 / 800
Above Average
4th Grade English 703 / 800
Above Average
4th Grade Math 723 / 800
Above Average
4th Grade Science 87 / 100
Above Average
5th Grade English 678 / 800
Above Average
5th Grade Math 703 / 800
Above Average
Needs Index
LowHigh
View All Data »

More about P.S. 236 Mill Basin

Population 630 students
School Type Elementary
Grades PreK-5th
2012 Progress
Report		 B
Avg. Attendance Rate 95%
SchoolBook Bulletin Board
Welcome to SchoolBook

Schoolbook is a site dedicated to news, data and conversation about schools in New York City.

Have a News Tip?

Tell us what’s going on in your school. You can e-mail us with your tips or documents, or call 646-801-9698 and leave a voice message.

Contribute to Current & Future News Coverage

Join the Public Insight Network and help our journalists cover education in the city. Your stories and insights can help us create relevant and distinctive reporting. Join more than 100,000 people and become a trusted source.