Serving 266 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 770 New American Academy 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 770 New American Academy serves an attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 5 square miles. Most areas within the zone are about 1.5 miles from the school, with the furthest edge reaching up to 2.7 miles, making it a convenient 5 to 10-minute drive for families.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 770 New American Academy's student population of 266 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
266 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 770 New American Academy 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. 770 New American Academy 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
#1637 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
15%
31%
Black
49%
15%
White
24%
39%
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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. 770 New American Academy's ranking?
P.s. 770 New American Academy is ranked #1637 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 770 New American Academy?
266 students attend P.s. 770 New American Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of P.s. 770 New American Academy students are Black, 24% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 770 New American Academy?
P.s. 770 New American Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 770 New American Academy offer ?
P.s. 770 New American Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 770 New American Academy part of?
P.s. 770 New American Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #17.
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