Serving 202 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 299 Thomas Warren Field School 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 299 Thomas Warren Field School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
P.s. 299 Thomas Warren Field School's student population of 202 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 299 Thomas Warren Field School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 299 Thomas Warren Field School is 0.49, 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
#3989 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
64%
30%
Black
32%
16%
White
3%
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
95%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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. 299 Thomas Warren Field School's ranking?
P.s. 299 Thomas Warren Field School is ranked #3989 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 299 Thomas Warren Field School?
202 students attend P.s. 299 Thomas Warren Field School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of P.s. 299 Thomas Warren Field School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 299 Thomas Warren Field School?
P.s. 299 Thomas Warren Field School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 299 Thomas Warren Field School offer ?
P.s. 299 Thomas Warren Field School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 299 Thomas Warren Field School part of?
P.s. 299 Thomas Warren Field School is part of New York City Geographic District #32 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 299 Thomas Warren Field School located?
P.s. 299 Thomas Warren Field School is located in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 35 other public schools located in Bushwick.
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