P.S. 97 Highlawn
21K097 — Bensonhurst, Brooklyn
A creative, inclusive elementary education where every child discovers their inner leader.
Pre-K to 5th Grade • 800+ students • A vibrant, multilingual community
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About Our School
Where education is an art .
Founded in 1923, P.S. 97 The Highlawn School serves Pre-K through 5th grade with a rigorous, arts-infused curriculum that develops 21st-century skills and celebrates our multicultural community.
We believe every child is a leader, and our active learning environment—from the science lab to the greenhouse—ensures success for all students while fostering kindness, curiosity, and global citizenship.
in Pre-K–5
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What We Offer
Our Programs
A world-class education where creativity meets technology.
Arts & Culture
From Inside Broadway to the PS 97 Chorus and New York City Ballet partnerships, our arts programs ignite creativity and confidence in every student.
Explore ArtsSTEM & Leadership
Our science lab, greenhouse, and Leader in Me Academy develop critical thinkers and problem-solvers who are ready to change the world.
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Family Yoga, Cookshop, and the Fresh Fruit & Vegetable program ensure our students thrive—mind, body, and spirit—while building lifelong connections.
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Upcoming Events
School events, PTA meetings, and important dates — all in one place.
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