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P.S. 178 Saint Clair Mckelway

District 23 · Brooklyn · Grades K to 8 · 23K178

At a glance

Address
2163 Dean Street, Brooklyn, NY 11233
Subway
A, C to Rockaway Av
Admissions
Open, D75 Special Education Inclusive Services
Links
School websiteMySchools page

Details last checked against MySchools on October 15, 2026. Report a problem · Add a tour we missed

Tours and open houses

No dates are posted yet. Many schools post them in October and November.

Until then, check the school's own website or its MySchools page, or call the school and ask for the parent coordinator.

Admissions

For fall 2027 entry · from MySchools, checked October 15

  • Saint Clair McKelway (P.S. 178) (K178U), K178U

    Open — Students are randomly selected

  • P.S. 178 Saint Clair Mckelway D75 Inclusion Program (K178E), K178E

    D75 Special Education Inclusive Services

    Open to students currently in or recommended for District 75 Special Education Inclusive Services. If you are not currently in or recommended for these services, please contact D75info@schools.nyc.gov.

Clubs, arts and sports

Music
Exploring Music, Glee Club
Visual & performing arts
Creative Writing, Dance, General Visual Arts, Step Team
STEM
Coding, Computer Science, STEM, Technology, Technology
Sports & fitness
Basketball, Cheerleading, Cross Country, Dance, Double Dutch, Fitness, Fitness, Physical Education, Soccer, Step, Wrestling
Academics
Advisory, Algebra I, ELA (Middle School Honors), Foreign Language, Health, Homework Help, Library, Math, Math (Middle School Honors), Middle School Algebra ACC, Other (Middle School Honors), Saturday Academy, Saturday Academy, Science, Science (Middle School Honors), Social Studies (Middle School Honors), Spanish, Specialized High School Test Preparation, Tutoring, World Languages (Middle School)
Clubs & leadership
Chess, Chess, Cooking, Cooking, Debate, Debate, Gardening, Green Team, Leadership, National Junior Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, Restorative Circles, Student Council, Student Council, Talent Show, Yearbook
Programs
Community School, Dress Code, Family Volunteer Opportunities, Field Trips, Free After School Program, Saturday Programs, Summer Session, Uniform

About the school

At PS/IS 178 St. Clair McKelway, we believe every child possesses greatness and deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive in a safe, supportive, and academically challenging environment. Our school prepares students for success in high school, college, and future careers through rigorous instruction, high expectations, and meaningful relationships. Students benefit from strong literacy and mathematics programs, targeted academic support and enrichment, opportunities to earn high school credit through Algebra I, and access to technology and STEM learning experiences. Beyond the classroom, students can participate in athletics, debate, student leadership, visual and performing arts, music community service, and a variety of after-school programs that foster teamwork, creativity, and confidence. Through our "I AM GREATNESS" core values, we help students develop the character, resilience, and leadership skills needed to become responsible citizens and lifelong learners. Our dedicated staff works closely with families and community partners to ensure that every student is known, supported, and challenged to reach their full potential. At PS/IS 178, we are building a culture of excellence where students are empowered to achieve, lead, and make a positive impact on their community and the world around them.

From MySchools.