Serving 877 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason ranks in the top 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 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 877 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 226 Alfred De B Mason serves a 0.3 square mile area in Brooklyn, NY, with a typical drive to the school taking around 5-10 minutes. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is approximately 0.5 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason's student population of 877 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
877 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason 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. 226 Alfred De B Mason is 0.69, 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
#2134 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
28%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-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. 226 Alfred De B Mason's ranking?
P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason is ranked #2134 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason?
877 students attend P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason?
P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason offer ?
P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason part of?
P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason is part of New York City Geographic District #21.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason located?
P.s. 226 Alfred De B Mason is located in the Mapleton neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Mapleton.
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