Serving 433 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 748 Brooklyn School For Global Scholars 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 63% (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 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 748 Brooklyn School for Global Scholars serves a compact attendance zone of approximately 0.1 square miles in Brooklyn, NY, with typical drive times of 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of 0.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 0.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 748 Brooklyn School For Global Scholars ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 748 Brooklyn School For Global Scholars's student population of 433 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
433 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 748 Brooklyn School For Global Scholars 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. 748 Brooklyn School For Global Scholars is 0.68, 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
#821 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
42%
10%
Hispanic
27%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
28%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 748 Brooklyn School For Global Scholars's ranking?
P.s. 748 Brooklyn School For Global Scholars is ranked #821 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 748 Brooklyn School For Global Scholars often compared to?
P.s. 748 Brooklyn School For Global Scholarsis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 163 Bath Beach, P.s. 200 Benson School 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 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 748 Brooklyn School For Global Scholars?
433 students attend P.s. 748 Brooklyn School For Global Scholars.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of P.s. 748 Brooklyn School For Global Scholars students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 748 Brooklyn School For Global Scholars?
P.s. 748 Brooklyn School For Global Scholars has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 748 Brooklyn School For Global Scholars offer ?
P.s. 748 Brooklyn School For Global Scholars offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 748 Brooklyn School For Global Scholars part of?
P.s. 748 Brooklyn School For Global Scholars is part of New York City Geographic District #20.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 748 Brooklyn School For Global Scholars located?
P.s. 748 Brooklyn School For Global Scholars is located in the Bath Beach neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Bath Beach.
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