Serving 528 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 153 Homecrest ranks in the bottom 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 46% (which is equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 153 Homecrest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ps 153 Homecrest's student population of 528 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
528 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 153 Homecrest ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 153 Homecrest is 0.70, which is less 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
#2523 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
21%
10%
Hispanic
37%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
35%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 153 Homecrest's ranking?
Ps 153 Homecrest is ranked #2523 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 153 Homecrest?
528 students attend Ps 153 Homecrest.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Ps 153 Homecrest students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 153 Homecrest?
Ps 153 Homecrest has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 153 Homecrest offer ?
Ps 153 Homecrest offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 153 Homecrest part of?
Ps 153 Homecrest is part of New York City Geographic District #21 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 153 Homecrest located?
Ps 153 Homecrest is located in the Homecrest neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Homecrest.
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