Serving 702 students in grades Kindergarten-8, P.s. 209 Margaret Mead 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 51% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 209 Margaret Mead's student population of 702 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
702 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 209 Margaret Mead 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. 209 Margaret Mead is 0.65, 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
#1845 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
10%
Hispanic
22%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
48%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 209 Margaret Mead's ranking?
P.s. 209 Margaret Mead is ranked #1845 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 209 Margaret Mead often compared to?
P.s. 209 Margaret Meadis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 225 Eileen E Zaglin, P.s. 195 Manhattan Beach by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 209 Margaret Mead?
702 students attend P.s. 209 Margaret Mead.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of P.s. 209 Margaret Mead students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 209 Margaret Mead?
P.s. 209 Margaret Mead has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 209 Margaret Mead offer ?
P.s. 209 Margaret Mead offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 209 Margaret Mead part of?
P.s. 209 Margaret Mead is part of New York City Geographic District #21.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 209 Margaret Mead located?
P.s. 209 Margaret Mead is located in the Gravesend neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Gravesend.
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