Overview

Ps 120 Carlos Tapia is a magnet school in Brooklyn, NY. It is one of 20 elementary schools in New York City Geographic District #14.

School Rating

Ps 120 Carlos Tapia is performing average compared to public and charter schools in New York with the same grade levels.
6/10
GreatSchools Rating

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About the School

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7 Reviews
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Neighborhood

18 Beaver Street
Brooklyn, NY 11206
School leader: Ms Liza Caraballo
(718) 455-1000
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