Inventive with curriculum (it spearheaded a dual language immersion program two years ago), and committed to the academic, artistic, althletic as well as emotional growth of its students, Public School 58 is a place where amazing teachers, parents and students become collaborators in education.
... Read more 58 boasts exemplary teachers, fine facilities including gym, auditoium, new science lab, computer room and llbrary as well as two outdoor play areas and it's across the street from the lovely, green Carroll Park. Arts and music are alive and well here, with vital programs like Studio in the School, in-school programs from the Met and Guggenheim and a rare strings music program for all students in grades 3 through 5. The PTA builds on it all by running wonderful after school classes like robotics, martial arts, knitting, art history, tennis, Japanese drumming, cooking, orchestra, track and field. Many teachers and staff are from Carroll Gardens which only adds to its strong sense of community. Wow. I'm proud to have my kids there. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/03/09
P.S. 58 is a wonderful warm school where kids and parents feel included in the community. In a tough budget climate the school still offers art, science, music, athletics and lots of amazing afterschool programs for kids. Teachers are wonderful. We feel lucky to be part of such a great school.
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Posted by a parent on 09/16/09
The atmosphere at school is very positive. The general curriculum at 58 is state-mandated, but the arts curriculum is strong: a strings program beginning in 2nd grade, drumming workshops, creative movement, visual art. Everyone takes science as a 'special' every week, and some twice a week. There is
... Read more a French dual-language program for students (selected by lottery) beginning in Kindergarten. A new library should open this year. The playground for older children is still nothing but a vacant lot and the cafeteria seems a bit chaotic. The principal is approachable and involved and the community wide-ranging and enthusiastic. The after school is well-organized and consistent, run through Kids Orbit. A great public park is across the street, which makes for good community building and friendships between the children. We have been very happy at this school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/24/08
With the new principal in place, this school is doing great. You can see it on the kids' and parents' faces in the morning at dropoff; everyone is excited to be part of the school atmosphere. My daughter entered in K this year, and I'm glad she's going someplace where the mood is upbeat and everyone
... Read more gets down to the business of teaching and learning. The results are impressive so far! Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/18/08
A great school. Very well rounded and filled with enrichment opportunities for the kids. We're thrilled and very happy.
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After two years of forward movement, innovative curriculum, and a building after-school program, our principal was removed and the past four months has been utter turmoil in the school. We now have a new interim acting principal, who we all hope will restore stability and provide ongoing development
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Posted by a parent on 03/27/06
The academic program at PS 58 is quite strong. The teachers are very well trained and they work very hard. The principal has put a lot of work into choosing excellent teachers and support people. The children are well behaved, curious, and eager to learn. One terrific strength of the school is its diversity.
... Read more There are all kinds and colors of children in this school, and it adds up to a great atmosphere. They live up to the high standards the principal sets. There are quite a few extracurricular activities, including a music program and an art program. The parents are involved and interested. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/12/06
PS 58 is a very good school. My son is in a collaborative/integrated classroom. His teachers have been very skilled and competent. They teach using the Teacher's College reading and writing program - it is innovative and effective. I observed a second grade class reading quietly and independently
... Read more - just wonderful! The music and science programs are very strong. The teachers keep us informed through meetings and curriculum letters sent home. The children are truly engaged in learning. The school is kept clean. The PTA is involved and organized; they have several fundraisers throughout the year. The school currently has several after-school activities but will add a full-fledged after-school program in the fall. Lastly, P.S. 58 has exceeded my expectations. It is definitely deserving of being added to the list of the 'well-known' highly sought-after Brooklyn public schools. Read less
* In 2008-2009 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, in grades 4 and 8 in science and in grades 5 and 8 in social studies. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.
Student enrollment:
602
Students per teacher:
14
Full-time teachers:
44
Number of classrooms:
30
Arts
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Special Education
Early Childhood Special Needs, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Speech/Language Pathologists
Vocational Education
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Advanced Placement
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Before/After School
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Gifted and Talented
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general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
Vocational and/or technical courses offered within a comprehensive school, usually a senior high school.
Special Education Classes
A school or program within a school that provides services and training to students with moderate to severe mental and/or physical disabilities.
Adult Education Classes
Programs offering GED or equivalent courses for adults within regular schools, whether classes are held during evening or daytime schedules.
English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
Brooklyn schools — Ps 58 The Carroll is located at 330 Smith St, Brooklyn NY 11231. 330 Smith St is in the Boerum Hill neighborhood and 11231 ZIP code in Brooklyn, NY The school district for Ps 58 The Carroll is the New York City Department Of Education. Ps 58 The Carroll is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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