Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 48 Mapleton ranks in the top 50% 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 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 48 MAPLETON serves a small attendance zone of approximately 0.2 square miles located in Brooklyn, NY, where families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest zone edge being around 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 48 Mapleton's student population of 487 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
487 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
P.s. 48 Mapleton ranks within the top 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. 48 Mapleton is 0.67, 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
#1706 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
33%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. 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. 48 Mapleton's ranking?
P.s. 48 Mapleton is ranked #1706 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 48 Mapleton often compared to?
P.s. 48 Mapletonis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 205 Clarion, P.s. 247 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 48 Mapleton?
487 students attend P.s. 48 Mapleton.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of P.s. 48 Mapleton students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 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. 48 Mapleton?
P.s. 48 Mapleton has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 48 Mapleton offer ?
P.s. 48 Mapleton offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 48 Mapleton part of?
P.s. 48 Mapleton is part of New York City Geographic District #20.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 48 Mapleton located?
P.s. 48 Mapleton is located in the Bensonhurst neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Bensonhurst.
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