Serving 516 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 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 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 48 Mapleton ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ps 48 Mapleton's student population of 516 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
516 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 48 Mapleton ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 48 Mapleton is 0.67, 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
#1246 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
40%
10%
Hispanic
35%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
23%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 48 Mapleton's ranking?
Ps 48 Mapleton is ranked #1246 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 48 Mapleton often compared to?
Ps 48 Mapletonis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 205 Clarion 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 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 48 Mapleton?
516 students attend Ps 48 Mapleton.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Ps 48 Mapleton students are Asian, 35% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 48 Mapleton?
Ps 48 Mapleton has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 48 Mapleton offer ?
Ps 48 Mapleton offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 48 Mapleton part of?
Ps 48 Mapleton is part of New York City Geographic District #20 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 48 Mapleton located?
Ps 48 Mapleton is located in the Bensonhurst neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Bensonhurst.
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