Serving 1,132 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 105 Blythebourne ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,132 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 95% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 105 Blythebourne ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 105 Blythebourne's student population of 1,132 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,132 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 105 Blythebourne ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 105 Blythebourne is 0.15, 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
#800 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
92%
10%
Hispanic
5%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 105 Blythebourne's ranking?
P.s. 105 Blythebourne is ranked #800 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 105 Blythebourne often compared to?
P.s. 105 Blythebourneis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 160 William T Sampson by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 105 Blythebourne?
1,132 students attend P.s. 105 Blythebourne.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of P.s. 105 Blythebourne students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 105 Blythebourne?
P.s. 105 Blythebourne has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 105 Blythebourne offer ?
P.s. 105 Blythebourne offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 105 Blythebourne part of?
P.s. 105 Blythebourne is part of New York City Geographic District #20 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 105 Blythebourne located?
P.s. 105 Blythebourne is located in the Borough Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in Borough Park.
School Reviews
5 12/6/2018
It is a really good school
3 9/9/2017
I think it would be nice if you put a picture of this amazing school. I Think you should try to enroll more students of different ethnic backrounds.
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