Serving 925 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 230 Doris L Cohen ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher 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 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 925 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 230 Doris L Cohen serves a 0.3 square mile area in Brooklyn, NY, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive to the school. The furthest point in the attendance zone is approximately 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 230 Doris L Cohen ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
P.s. 230 Doris L Cohen's student population of 925 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
925 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 230 Doris L Cohen ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 230 Doris L Cohen is 0.63, 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
#1241 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
49%
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
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)40.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Roarie
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 230 Doris L Cohen's ranking?
P.s. 230 Doris L Cohen is ranked #1241 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 230 Doris L Cohen often compared to?
P.s. 230 Doris L Cohenis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 130 Parkside, P.s. 179 Kensington by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% 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. 230 Doris L Cohen?
925 students attend P.s. 230 Doris L Cohen.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of P.s. 230 Doris L Cohen students are Asian, 34% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 230 Doris L Cohen?
P.s. 230 Doris L Cohen has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 230 Doris L Cohen offer ?
P.s. 230 Doris L Cohen offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 230 Doris L Cohen part of?
P.s. 230 Doris L Cohen is part of New York City Geographic District #15.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 230 Doris L Cohen located?
P.s. 230 Doris L Cohen is located in the Kensington neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Kensington.
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