Serving 602 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 133 William A Butler ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 133 William A Butler ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ps 133 William A Butler's student population of 602 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 133 William A Butler ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 133 William A Butler is 0.73, which is more 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
#1058 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
37%
29%
Black
26%
16%
White
26%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 133 William A Butler's ranking?
Ps 133 William A Butler is ranked #1058 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 133 William A Butler often compared to?
Ps 133 William A Butleris often viewed alongside schools like Ps 282 Park Slope by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 133 William A Butler?
602 students attend Ps 133 William A Butler.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Ps 133 William A Butler students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 26% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 133 William A Butler?
Ps 133 William A Butler has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 133 William A Butler offer ?
Ps 133 William A Butler offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 133 William A Butler part of?
Ps 133 William A Butler is part of New York City Geographic District #13 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 133 William A Butler located?
Ps 133 William A Butler is located in the Park Slope neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 13 other public schools located in Park Slope.
School Reviews
5 4/27/2010
My son is in Pre-K here and it is a wonderful school. It is very small and the staff is very friendly and passionate about the children.
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