Serving 163 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 191 Paul Robeson ranks in the top 50% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 191 Paul Robeson serves a small attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 0.1 square miles. Most areas within the zone are about a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge being 0.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 191 Paul Robeson ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
P.s. 191 Paul Robeson's student population of 163 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
163 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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School Rankings
P.s. 191 Paul Robeson 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. 191 Paul Robeson is 0.43, 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
#1400 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Hispanic
21%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
73%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
2%
39%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)73.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 191 Paul Robeson's ranking?
P.s. 191 Paul Robeson is ranked #1400 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?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 191 Paul Robeson?
163 students attend P.s. 191 Paul Robeson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of P.s. 191 Paul Robeson students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 191 Paul Robeson?
P.s. 191 Paul Robeson has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 191 Paul Robeson offer ?
P.s. 191 Paul Robeson offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 191 Paul Robeson part of?
P.s. 191 Paul Robeson is part of New York City Geographic District #17.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 191 Paul Robeson located?
P.s. 191 Paul Robeson is located in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 33 other public schools located in Crown Heights.
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