Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 21 Crispus Attucks 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 21 Crispus Attucks's student population of 430 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
430 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 21 Crispus Attucks 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. 21 Crispus Attucks is 0.28, 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
#1460 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
14%
31%
Black
84%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 21 Crispus Attucks's ranking?
P.s. 21 Crispus Attucks is ranked #1460 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 21 Crispus Attucks often compared to?
P.s. 21 Crispus Attucksis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 40 George W Carver by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 21 Crispus Attucks?
430 students attend P.s. 21 Crispus Attucks.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of P.s. 21 Crispus Attucks students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 21 Crispus Attucks?
P.s. 21 Crispus Attucks has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 21 Crispus Attucks offer ?
P.s. 21 Crispus Attucks offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 21 Crispus Attucks part of?
P.s. 21 Crispus Attucks is part of New York City Geographic District #16.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 21 Crispus Attucks located?
P.s. 21 Crispus Attucks is located in the Bedford Stuyvesant neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 46 other public schools located in Bedford Stuyvesant.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is amazing. I went here myself so I already know for sure what it's like. The teachers are amazing; I had Ms. Bufford and altthough she yelled aloy, I could see that it was only because of the children in my class. This was three years ago, but I still remember every teacher's name. They're like family to me.
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