Serving 653 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ps 209 Margaret Mead ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is equal to the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 209 Margaret Mead ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Ps 209 Margaret Mead's student population of 653 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
653 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 209 Margaret Mead ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 209 Margaret Mead is 0.69, 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
#1935 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
28%
10%
Hispanic
26%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
41%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
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 209 Margaret Mead's ranking?
Ps 209 Margaret Mead is ranked #1935 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps 209 Margaret Mead often compared to?
Ps 209 Margaret Meadis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 195 Manhattan Beach, Ps 225 Eileen E Zaglin by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 209 Margaret Mead?
653 students attend Ps 209 Margaret Mead.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Ps 209 Margaret Mead students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 209 Margaret Mead?
Ps 209 Margaret Mead has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 209 Margaret Mead offer ?
Ps 209 Margaret Mead offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 209 Margaret Mead part of?
Ps 209 Margaret Mead is part of New York City Geographic District #21 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 209 Margaret Mead located?
Ps 209 Margaret Mead is located in the Gravesend neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Gravesend.
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