Serving 445 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 172 Beacon School Of Excellence ranks in the top 1% 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 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 172 Beacon School Of Excellence 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
School Overview
P.s. 172 Beacon School Of Excellence's student population of 445 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 172 Beacon School Of Excellence ranks within the top 1% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 172 Beacon School Of Excellence is 0.55, 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
#35 out of 4377 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)90-94%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
64%
30%
Black
7%
16%
White
18%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
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. 172 Beacon School Of Excellence's ranking?
P.s. 172 Beacon School Of Excellence is ranked #35 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 172 Beacon School Of Excellence?
445 students attend P.s. 172 Beacon School Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of P.s. 172 Beacon School Of Excellence students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 172 Beacon School Of Excellence?
P.s. 172 Beacon School Of Excellence has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 172 Beacon School Of Excellence offer ?
P.s. 172 Beacon School Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 172 Beacon School Of Excellence part of?
P.s. 172 Beacon School Of Excellence is part of New York City Geographic District #15 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 172 Beacon School Of Excellence located?
P.s. 172 Beacon School Of Excellence is located in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 24 other public schools located in Sunset Park.
School Reviews
5 4/19/2008
This is an EXCELLENT SCHOOL! Teachers are fantastic, parents are supportive, administration is PHENOMINAL! I would recommend this school 100%!
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