Serving 514 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, P.s. 288 Shirley Tanyhill ranks in the bottom 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 15% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 288 Shirley Tanyhill's student population of 514 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
514 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 288 Shirley Tanyhill ranks within the bottom 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. 288 Shirley Tanyhill is 0.55, 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
#4166 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
38%
31%
Black
56%
15%
White
4%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 288 Shirley Tanyhill's ranking?
P.s. 288 Shirley Tanyhill is ranked #4166 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 288 Shirley Tanyhill often compared to?
P.s. 288 Shirley Tanyhillis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 90 Edna Cohen School, I.s. 303 Herbert S Eisenberg, P.s. 100 Coney Island School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 288 Shirley Tanyhill?
514 students attend P.s. 288 Shirley Tanyhill.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of P.s. 288 Shirley Tanyhill students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 288 Shirley Tanyhill?
P.s. 288 Shirley Tanyhill has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 288 Shirley Tanyhill offer ?
P.s. 288 Shirley Tanyhill offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 288 Shirley Tanyhill part of?
P.s. 288 Shirley Tanyhill is part of New York City Geographic District #21.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 288 Shirley Tanyhill located?
P.s. 288 Shirley Tanyhill is located in the Coney Island neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Coney Island.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school is totally unorganized it needs a new administration
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