Serving 1,241 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 200 Benson School 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%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,241 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 200 Benson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ps 200 Benson School's student population of 1,241 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,241 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 200 Benson School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 200 Benson School is 0.67, 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
#2066 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
36%
10%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
41%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 200 Benson School's ranking?
Ps 200 Benson School is ranked #2066 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 200 Benson School often compared to?
Ps 200 Benson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 748 Brooklyn School For Global Scholars, Ps 186 Dr Irving A Gladstone by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 200 Benson School?
1,241 students attend Ps 200 Benson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Ps 200 Benson School students are White, 36% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 200 Benson School?
Ps 200 Benson School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 200 Benson School offer ?
Ps 200 Benson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 200 Benson School part of?
Ps 200 Benson School is part of New York City Geographic District #20 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 200 Benson School located?
Ps 200 Benson School is located in the Bath Beach neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Bath Beach.
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