Ps 40 George W Carver

265 Ralph Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 40 George W Carver ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 452 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : 60-64% (Top 1% in NY)
  • : 55-59% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Ps 40 George W Carver ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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School Overview

Ps 40 George W Carver's student population of 452 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
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School Rankings

The diversity score of Ps 40 George W Carver is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (NY)
(18-19)
60-64%
54%
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(18-19)
55-59%
52%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
1%
10%
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Hispanic
20%
29%
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Black
71%
16%
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White
2%
41%
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Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
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0.46
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
51%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Ps 40 George W Carver often compared to?
Ps 40 George W Carveris often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn Brownstone School, Ps 21 Crispus Attucks, Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 40 George W Carver?
452 students attend Ps 40 George W Carver.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Ps 40 George W Carver students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 40 George W Carver?
Ps 40 George W Carver has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 40 George W Carver offer ?
Ps 40 George W Carver offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 40 George W Carver part of?

School Reviews

5   3/16/2017
Excellent environment and always positive.
- Posted by Parent - Nicole
5   4/6/2009
We are parents of a soon to be 5th grade graduate and her name is Sari Price. Our daughter was nominated by her teacher Ms. Lewis to attend the Junior National Young Leaders Conference (JrNYLC) to be held this summer 2009 in Washington, D.C. Sari was recognized for her academic achievements and leadership potential. We had no idea that P.S. 40 extended such prestigious opportunities for our children. This nomination is truly a blessing and honor for our child. As parents, we were not surprised by Sari's abilities, strength of character or her leadership ability. However, we were blown away that our daugher's hard work had not gone unrecognized. We are ever so grateful as this opportunity allows for great exposure for our daughter and it will give her a lifetime of memories. We will do our part as parents and allow this to become Sari's reality. This will be a life changing experience for her and will open up many windows of opportunities. We have always instilled in our child to lead by example and that she should always respect and treat others how she wants to be treated. It hasn't been easy for her to take on such a grown up character. Yet, with the support from the entire faculty and staff at P.S. 40 and of course the constant support of her parents. Sari has mentioned that the faculty and staff is by far the most loving and caring extended family to every student that attends P.S. 40. As parents of a child who has attended P.S. 40 from K to grade 5 it gives us "GREAT PLEASURE" in knowing that hard work truly does pay off for all involved. When they said, "It takes a village to raise a child" we will say it was our pleasure to have the P.S. 40 faculty and staff raise our child in our absence as we worked to be decent providers for our child. We say to P.S 40 faculty and staff, "KUDOS!" Parents of P.S. we would like to say to you, "your childs education is your responsibility, take interest, be involved, get involved and support the faculty and staff of P.S 40 and reinforce that which is being taught to your children." This makes for a happier school environment for all involved and your children will thank you for your involvement during this, the most critical time in their young lives. I encourage you to allow them to be all that they can be and for you the parents to be everything your child needs for you to be to them and that is their "ROLE MODEL." Written with respect and admiration by John and Donna Price
- Posted by Parent - ladyb

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 452 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : 60-64% (Top 1%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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