Serving 481 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 282 Park Slope ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 282 Park Slope ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Ps 282 Park Slope's student population of 481 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 282 Park Slope ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 282 Park Slope is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#946 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
33%
16%
White
36%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 282 Park Slope's ranking?
Ps 282 Park Slope is ranked #946 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 282 Park Slope often compared to?
Ps 282 Park Slopeis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 133 William A Butler by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 282 Park Slope?
481 students attend Ps 282 Park Slope.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Ps 282 Park Slope students are White, 33% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 282 Park Slope?
Ps 282 Park Slope has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 282 Park Slope offer ?
Ps 282 Park Slope offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 282 Park Slope part of?
Ps 282 Park Slope is part of New York City Geographic District #13 School District.
School Reviews
5 8/6/2019
My child is currently in the Pre-K program at 282 and will be attending for K in the Fall. We have had an amazing experience at this school. The PTO is incredible, so welcoming and involved. I love that this school really embraces the community and feels inclusive and diverse. We also love the after school offerings. Tiny Scientists has been amazing!
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