Serving 852 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 11 Purvis J Behan ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 852 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 11 Purvis J Behan ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
P.s. 11 Purvis J Behan's student population of 852 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
852 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Motto
Intelligence plus character—that is the goal of true education. Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
School Rankings
P.s. 11 Purvis J Behan ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 11 Purvis J Behan is 0.67, 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
#150 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
13%
30%
Black
52%
16%
White
18%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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. 11 Purvis J Behan's ranking?
P.s. 11 Purvis J Behan is ranked #150 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 11 Purvis J Behan?
852 students attend P.s. 11 Purvis J Behan.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of P.s. 11 Purvis J Behan students are Black, 18% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 11 Purvis J Behan?
P.s. 11 Purvis J Behan has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 11 Purvis J Behan offer ?
P.s. 11 Purvis J Behan offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 11 Purvis J Behan part of?
P.s. 11 Purvis J Behan is part of New York City Geographic District #13 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 11 Purvis J Behan located?
P.s. 11 Purvis J Behan is located in the Clinton Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Clinton Hill.
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