Overview

Ps 11 Purvis J Behan is a public school in Brooklyn, NY, offering 3 sports. It is one of 18 elementary schools in New York City Geographic District #13.
This school supports strong academic outcomes for all students. Learn more.

School Rating

Ps 11 Purvis J Behan is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in New York with the same grade levels.
8/10
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About the School

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Neighborhood

419 Waverly Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11238
School leader: Abidemi Hope
(718) 638-2661
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