Serving 493 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 131 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 54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 131 serves a compact area in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 0.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 131 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
P.s. 131's student population of 493 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
493 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 Rankings
P.s. 131 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. 131 is 0.59, 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
#1704 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
35%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
54%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
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)29.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. 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. 131's ranking?
P.s. 131 is ranked #1704 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 131 often compared to?
P.s. 131is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 105 Blythebourne, P.s. 107 John W Kimball by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 131?
493 students attend P.s. 131.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of P.s. 131 students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Asian, 8% 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. 131?
P.s. 131 has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 131 offer ?
P.s. 131 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 131 part of?
P.s. 131 is part of New York City Geographic District #15.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 131 located?
P.s. 131 is located in the Borough Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in Borough Park.
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