Serving 744 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 247 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 744 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 247 serves a 0.2 square mile attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, which is typically a 5 to 10-minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge located about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 247 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
P.s. 247's student population of 744 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
744 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
A Model of Excellence
School Rankings
P.s. 247 ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 247 is 0.57, 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
#453 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
60%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 247's ranking?
P.s. 247 is ranked #453 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 247 often compared to?
P.s. 247is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 205 Clarion by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 247?
744 students attend P.s. 247.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of P.s. 247 students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 247?
P.s. 247 has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 247 offer ?
P.s. 247 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 247 part of?
P.s. 247 is part of New York City Geographic District #20.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 247 located?
P.s. 247 is located in the Bensonhurst neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Bensonhurst.
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