Serving 523 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 172 Beacon School Of Excellence 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 ≥80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 172 Beacon School Of Excellence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ps 172 Beacon School Of Excellence's student population of 523 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
523 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 172 Beacon School Of Excellence ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 172 Beacon School Of Excellence is 0.53, 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
#782 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
66%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
16%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 172 Beacon School Of Excellence's ranking?
Ps 172 Beacon School Of Excellence is ranked #782 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 172 Beacon School Of Excellence?
523 students attend Ps 172 Beacon School Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Ps 172 Beacon School Of Excellence students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 172 Beacon School Of Excellence?
Ps 172 Beacon School Of Excellence has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 172 Beacon School Of Excellence offer ?
Ps 172 Beacon School Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 172 Beacon School Of Excellence part of?
Ps 172 Beacon School Of Excellence is part of New York City Geographic District #15 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 172 Beacon School Of Excellence located?
Ps 172 Beacon School Of Excellence is located in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 24 other public schools located in Sunset Park.
School Reviews
5 4/19/2008
This is an EXCELLENT SCHOOL! Teachers are fantastic, parents are supportive, administration is PHENOMINAL! I would recommend this school 100%!
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