Serving 558 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 69 Vincent D Grippo School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 69 Vincent D Grippo School serves a compact attendance zone of approximately 0.1 square miles in Brooklyn, NY, with a typical drive time of 5 to 10 minutes to the school and the furthest edge located about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 69 Vincent D Grippo School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 69 Vincent D Grippo School's student population of 558 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
558 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 69 Vincent D Grippo School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 69 Vincent D Grippo School is 0.24, 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
#627 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
87%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
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)7.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 69 Vincent D Grippo School's ranking?
P.s. 69 Vincent D Grippo School is ranked #627 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 69 Vincent D Grippo School often compared to?
P.s. 69 Vincent D Grippo Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like School For Future Leaders, P.s. 105 Blythebourne by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 69 Vincent D Grippo School?
558 students attend P.s. 69 Vincent D Grippo School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of P.s. 69 Vincent D Grippo School students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 69 Vincent D Grippo School?
P.s. 69 Vincent D Grippo School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 69 Vincent D Grippo School offer ?
P.s. 69 Vincent D Grippo School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 69 Vincent D Grippo School part of?
P.s. 69 Vincent D Grippo School is part of New York City Geographic District #20.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 69 Vincent D Grippo School located?
P.s. 69 Vincent D Grippo School is located in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 24 other public schools located in Sunset Park.
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