Understanding Special Education in Bed-Stuy, Clinton Hill, and Fort Greene
District 13 is geographically anchored by high-demand sites like PS 11 Purvis J. Behan.
The District 13 IEP Environment
District 13 is experiencing rapid gentrification, leading to significant achievement gaps and the emergence of "two distinct school systems" within a single district. Families often report a huge disparity in PTA funding and advocacy resources between neighboring schools.
Navigating the Committee on Special Education (CSE) here requires a high-awareness strategy. Parents must ensure their child’s needs are met regardless of the school's private fundraising capacity. Understanding the New York IEP timeline is essential for securing timely evaluations in this competitive environment.
"In District 13, you can see the funding gap from one block to the next. You have to be incredibly vocal to ensure your child gets the same quality of ICT support as the school with the 'well-oiled' PTA machine."
District 13 Data Points
- Enrollment: 19,294 Students
- Borough: Brooklyn
- Primary Pain Point: PTA funding disparity and advocacy resource gaps.
General Education Schools Parents Ask About
PS 11 Purvis J. Behan
Clinton Hill
Families often explore this "Blue Ribbon" school for its robust ICT classrooms and enrichment programs.
PS 20 The Clinton Hill School
Clinton Hill
Parents sometimes consider this site for its focus on social-emotional learning and integrated services.
PS 56 Lewis H. Latimer
Clinton Hill
Families frequently ask about the small community feel and bilingual support options at this location.
Disclaimer: This is not a recommendation. Placement is an IEP team decision.
Local District 13 Resources
District 13 Literacy & Dyslexia Support
Targeted academic intervention for students in Bed-Stuy and Clinton Hill requiring literacy support outside of standard DOE settings.
List Your Practice HereDistrict 13 Neuropsychological Evaluations
Comprehensive evaluations to bridge the advocacy gap and secure appropriate IEP services in gentrifying neighborhoods.
List Your Practice HereWorried about the advocacy resource gap in your school?
Download the IEP Battle Plan