The Hanson Place Seventh-day Adventist (S.D.A.) School was established to provide a Christian education for students in grades Pre-K - grade 8.
The school recognizes its responsibility in helping to develop the mental, physical and spiritual character based on Biblical principles.
Central to its philosophy is a belief in God as the Creator and Sustainer of the Universe and recognition of man as a child of God and steward of this world.
The education program is predicated on the belief that each student is unique and of inestimable value, and on the importance of the development of the whole person.
Students are educated to accept service as a way of life, to be sensitive to the needs of people in the home and society, and to become active members in the Church.
Realizing that true education redeems us to be fully what God intends for us, we the staff at Hanson Place S.D.A. school endeavor to impart to our students the skills that society demands for effective service, values that can be used to enhance relationships with all of God's creatures, and spiritual knowledge that direct lives toward the ultimate choice to do all for the honor and glory of God.
Compatible with this philosophy, emphasis is placed on spiritual, academic, physical and social development of each students.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Hanson Place Continuation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
69 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Excellence Is Not An Option; It Is A Necessity.
- The Hanson Place Seventh-day Adventist (S.D.A.) School was established to provide a Christian education for students in grades Pre-K - grade 8. The school recognizes its responsibility in helping to develop the mental, physical and spiritual character based on Biblical principles. Central to its philosophy is a belief in God as the Creator and Sustainer of the Universe and recognition of man as a child of God and steward of this world. The education program is predicated on the belief that each student is unique and of inestimable value, and on the importance of the development of the whole person. Students are educated to accept service as a way of life, to be sensitive to the needs of people in the home and society, and to become active members in the Church. Realizing that true education redeems us to be fully what God intends for us, we the staff at Hanson Place S.D.A. school endeavor to impart to our students the skills that society demands for effective service, values that can be used to enhance relationships with all of God's creatures, and spiritual knowledge that direct lives toward the ultimate choice to do all for the honor and glory of God. Compatible with this philosophy, emphasis is placed on spiritual, academic, physical and social development of each students.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Hanson Place Continuation School?
The application deadline for Hanson Place Continuation School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Hanson Place Continuation School located?
Hanson Place Continuation School is located in the Fort Greene neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 1 other private schools located in Fort Greene.
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