Packer Collegiate Institute

170 Joralemon St, Brooklyn, NY, 11201-0112
Originally founded in 1845, Packer Collegiate is a coeducational, college preparatory day school enrolling approximately 960 students in Preschool through Grade 12. A dedicated and capable faculty offers a rich and challenging curriculum that supports students� learning and nurtures their social and emotional growth. Packer�s academic program is enriched by an array of Advanced Placement courses as well as a breadth of offerings in the fine and performing arts, world languages and athletics. Extra-curricular activities provide many opportunities for independent study, travel abroad, leadership, and community service. Packer�s historic commitment to diversity is reflected in its student body, and its ongoing support for broad and inclusive programming. Packer�s collection of landmark buildings benefited from extensive renovations in 2003, which created a dramatically expanded, dynamic campus. A school-wide wireless environment and meaningful curricular integration of technology complement a comprehensive dual-platform laptop program in Grades 5-12.

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Packer Collegiate Institute
School Membership(s) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 12
Year Founded 1845
Student Body
Total Students 1090 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 30% (NY School Avg.: 23%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 134 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 7:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
Number of AP Courses 16 courses
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
% on Financial Aid 23%
Admissions Director Jason Caldwell

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