Serving 599 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 236 Mill Basin ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 236 Mill Basin serves a 0.9 square mile area in Brooklyn, NY, with typical driving times of 5-10 minutes and an average distance of 0.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 1.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 236 Mill Basin ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 236 Mill Basin's student population of 599 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
599 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
P.s. 236 Mill Basin ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 236 Mill Basin 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
#546 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
18%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
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)29.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
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. 236 Mill Basin's ranking?
P.s. 236 Mill Basin is ranked #546 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 236 Mill Basin often compared to?
P.s. 236 Mill Basinis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 312 Bergen Beach by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 236 Mill Basin?
599 students attend P.s. 236 Mill Basin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of P.s. 236 Mill Basin students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 236 Mill Basin?
P.s. 236 Mill Basin has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 236 Mill Basin offer ?
P.s. 236 Mill Basin offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 236 Mill Basin part of?
P.s. 236 Mill Basin is part of New York City Geographic District #22.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 236 Mill Basin located?
P.s. 236 Mill Basin is located in the Mill Basin neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Mill Basin.
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