Serving 901 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 217 Colonel David Marcus School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 901 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School serves a 0.4 square mile area in Brooklyn, NY, with a typical drive time of 5-10 minutes and an average distance of 0.3 miles from the school to the edge of its attendance zone, extending up to 0.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 217 Colonel David Marcus School's student population of 901 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
901 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 217 Colonel David Marcus School ranks within the bottom 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. 217 Colonel David Marcus School is 0.64, 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
#2431 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
54%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 217 Colonel David Marcus School's ranking?
P.s. 217 Colonel David Marcus School is ranked #2431 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 217 Colonel David Marcus School often compared to?
P.s. 217 Colonel David Marcus Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn Dreams Charter School, P.s. 99 Isaac Asimov, P.s. 199 Frederick Wachtel by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 217 Colonel David Marcus School?
901 students attend P.s. 217 Colonel David Marcus School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of P.s. 217 Colonel David Marcus School students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 217 Colonel David Marcus School?
P.s. 217 Colonel David Marcus School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 217 Colonel David Marcus School offer ?
P.s. 217 Colonel David Marcus School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 217 Colonel David Marcus School part of?
P.s. 217 Colonel David Marcus School is part of New York City Geographic District #22.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 217 Colonel David Marcus School located?
P.s. 217 Colonel David Marcus School is located in the Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 14 other public schools located in Flatbush.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is a very good school. I like that there are students from different ethnicities. The only thing is that Mr. B(5th grade), needs to be a little patient and calm when teaching students math. It takes time to learn a new math problem sometimes. Overall, this is a good school.
5 10/10/2025
It is a good school to learning, and I had such a good time learning with everyone in the school and things to my principal everything is so good. I suggest you go in there. I spent eight years and the best things that I could learn were from my third-grade teacher, my principal and my assistant principal. I love them so much and Im going to miss them even though we''re virtual learning. I still get to see my principal and since my brother is in school. I feel bad because he's only one who takes all the hard work and then the teachers take an hour and I love my favorite teacher because they helped me a lot in the school. Now with everyone that I had in the store and will see little school holidays.
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