Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ps 138 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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-8
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 138 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Ps 138's student population of 471 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 138 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 138 is 0.39, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2515 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
77%
16%
White
6%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 138's ranking?
Ps 138 is ranked #2515 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 138 often compared to?
Ps 138is often viewed alongside schools like Ps 3 Bedford Village, Ps 241 Emma L Johnston, Ps 375 Jackie Robinson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 138?
471 students attend Ps 138.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Ps 138 students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 138?
Ps 138 has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 138 offer ?
Ps 138 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 138 part of?
Ps 138 is part of New York City Geographic District #17 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 138 located?
Ps 138 is located in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 33 other public schools located in Crown Heights.
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