Serving 744 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 247 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 744 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 247 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. 247's student population of 744 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
744 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A Model of Excellence
School Rankings
P.s. 247 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. 247 is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#453 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
58%
10%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
25%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 247's ranking?
P.s. 247 is ranked #453 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 247 often compared to?
P.s. 247is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 205 Clarion by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 247?
744 students attend P.s. 247.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of P.s. 247 students are Asian, 25% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 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. 247?
P.s. 247 has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 247 offer ?
P.s. 247 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 247 part of?
P.s. 247 is part of New York City Geographic District #20 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 247 located?
P.s. 247 is located in the Bensonhurst neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Bensonhurst.
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