Serving 297 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 208 Elsa Ebeling ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 208 ELSA EBELING serves a 0.5 square mile area in Brooklyn, NY, with most families typically living within a 5 to 10-minute drive from the school, and the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 208 Elsa Ebeling's student population of 297 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
297 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
IN PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE - ONLY THE BEST IS GOOD ENOUGH
School Rankings
P.s. 208 Elsa Ebeling ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 208 Elsa Ebeling is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2163 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
79%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Yellow and Burgundy
School Mascot
Beavers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 208 Elsa Ebeling's ranking?
P.s. 208 Elsa Ebeling is ranked #2163 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 208 Elsa Ebeling often compared to?
P.s. 208 Elsa Ebelingis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 181, P.s. 244 Richard R Green, P.s. 251 Paerdegat by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 208 Elsa Ebeling?
297 students attend P.s. 208 Elsa Ebeling.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of P.s. 208 Elsa Ebeling students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 208 Elsa Ebeling?
P.s. 208 Elsa Ebeling has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 208 Elsa Ebeling offer ?
P.s. 208 Elsa Ebeling offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 208 Elsa Ebeling part of?
P.s. 208 Elsa Ebeling is part of New York City Geographic District #18.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 208 Elsa Ebeling located?
P.s. 208 Elsa Ebeling is located in the Little Caribbean neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Little Caribbean.
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