For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public preschools serving 3,191 students in 11233, NY.
The top ranked public preschools in 11233, NY are P.s. 40 George W Carver, Brooklyn Brownstone School and Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 11233 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 11233, NY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11233, NY Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
P.s. 40 George W Carver
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
265 Ralph Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 574-2353
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 574-2353
Grades: PK-5
| 465 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Brooklyn Brownstone School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
272 Macdonough St
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 573-2307
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 573-2307
Grades: PK-5
| 333 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
251 Macdougal St
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 443-2747
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 443-2747
Grades: PK-5
| 387 students
Rank: #44.
P.s. 191 Paul Robeson
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1600 Park Pl
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 756-1206
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 756-1206
Grades: PK-5
| 165 students
Rank: #55.
P.s. 21 Crispus Attucks
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
180 Chauncey St
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 493-9681
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 493-9681
Grades: PK-5
| 459 students
Rank: #66.
Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1355 Herkimer St
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 240-4340
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 240-4340
Grades: PK-8
| 369 students
Rank: #77.
P.s. 262 El Hajj Malik El Shabazz Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 Macon St
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 453-0780
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 453-0780
Grades: PK-5
| 160 students
Rank: #88.
Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
430 Howard Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 953-4569
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 953-4569
Grades: PK-5
| 188 students
Rank: #99.
P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
820 Hancock St
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 218-2444
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 218-2444
Grades: PK-5
| 216 students
Rank: #1010.
P.s. 137 Rachel Jean Mitchell
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
121 Saratoga Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 453-2926
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 453-2926
Grades: PK-5
| 150 students
Rank: #1111.
P.s. 178 Saint Clair Mckelway
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2163 Dean St
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 495-7768
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 495-7768
Grades: PK-8
| 299 students
11233, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Brooklyn Chldrn Center (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
1819 Bergen Street
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 221-4500
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 221-4500
Grades: Inquire with school
| 35 students
Mcdougal Diagnostic Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
330 Mcdougal St
Brooklyn, NY 11233
Brooklyn, NY 11233
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
265 Ralph Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 467-2865
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 467-2865
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
251 Mcdougal St
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 573-0288
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 573-0288
Grades: 5-8
| 31 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 11233, NY?
The top ranked public preschools in 11233, NY include P.s. 40 George W Carver, Brooklyn Brownstone School and Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 11233?
11 public preschools are located in 11233.
What is the racial composition of students in 11233?
11233 public preschools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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