Serving 634 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brooklyn New School-ps 146 ranks in the top 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 634 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 146 serves a large attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest point being about 18.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn New School-ps 146 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brooklyn New School-ps 146's student population of 634 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
634 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
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Year Founded
1987
School Rankings
Brooklyn New School-ps 146 ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn New School-ps 146 is 0.71, 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
#1533 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
23%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
13%
15%
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White
45%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn New School-ps 146's ranking?
Brooklyn New School-ps 146 is ranked #1533 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn New School-ps 146 often compared to?
Brooklyn New School-ps 146is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 58 Carroll by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Brooklyn New School-ps 146?
634 students attend Brooklyn New School-ps 146.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Brooklyn New School-ps 146 students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brooklyn New School-ps 146?
Brooklyn New School-ps 146 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn New School-ps 146 offer ?
Brooklyn New School-ps 146 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn New School-ps 146 part of?
Brooklyn New School-ps 146 is part of New York City Geographic District #15.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn New School-ps 146 located?
Brooklyn New School-ps 146 is located in the Carroll Gardens neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Carroll Gardens.
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