East New York Elementary School Of Excellence

605 Shepherd Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11208
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 361 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East New York Elementary School Of Excellence 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 361 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50% in NY
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

East New York Elementary School Of Excellence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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School Overview

East New York Elementary School Of Excellence's student population of 361 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

School Rankings

East New York Elementary School Of Excellence 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 East New York Elementary School Of Excellence is 0.62, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#4093 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(22-23)
20-24%
52%
15-19%
49%
20-29%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
48%
30%
Black
39%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.62
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is East New York Elementary School Of Excellence's ranking?
East New York Elementary School Of Excellence is ranked #4093 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are East New York Elementary School Of Excellence often compared to?
East New York Elementary School Of Excellenceis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 202 Ernest S Jenkyns by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend East New York Elementary School Of Excellence?
361 students attend East New York Elementary School Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of East New York Elementary School Of Excellence students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East New York Elementary School Of Excellence?
East New York Elementary School Of Excellence has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does East New York Elementary School Of Excellence offer ?
East New York Elementary School Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East New York Elementary School Of Excellence part of?
East New York Elementary School Of Excellence is part of New York City Geographic District #19 School District.
In what neighborhood is East New York Elementary School Of Excellence located?
East New York Elementary School Of Excellence is located in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 41 other public schools located in East New York.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 361 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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