Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brooklyn Arts And Science Elementary School 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than 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 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School serves a compact area of approximately 0.2 square miles in Brooklyn, NY, with most students living within a 0.4-mile distance from the school and a typical drive time of 5 to 10 minutes. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brooklyn Arts And Science Elementary School's student population of 259 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
259 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Brooklyn Arts And Science Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn Arts And Science Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3297 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn Arts And Science Elementary School's ranking?
Brooklyn Arts And Science Elementary School is ranked #3297 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn Arts And Science Elementary School often compared to?
Brooklyn Arts And Science Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 316 Elijah Stroud, P.s. 241 Emma L Johnston, P.s. 9 Sarah Smith Garnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Brooklyn Arts And Science Elementary School?
259 students attend Brooklyn Arts And Science Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Brooklyn Arts And Science Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brooklyn Arts And Science Elementary School?
Brooklyn Arts And Science Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Arts And Science Elementary School offer ?
Brooklyn Arts And Science Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn Arts And Science Elementary School part of?
Brooklyn Arts And Science Elementary School is part of New York City Geographic District #17.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Arts And Science Elementary School located?
Brooklyn Arts And Science Elementary School is located in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 33 other public schools located in Crown Heights.
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