Serving 196 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 297 Abraham Stockton 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 297 ABRAHAM STOCKTON serves a compact attendance zone of approximately 0.1 square miles in Brooklyn, NY, with a typical driving time of 5-10 minutes to reach the school from anywhere within the area and the furthest edge being about 0.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 297 Abraham Stockton ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
P.s. 297 Abraham Stockton's student population of 196 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 73% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
196 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 297 Abraham Stockton ranks within the bottom 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. 297 Abraham Stockton is 0.54, 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
#2354 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
53%
31%
Black
43%
15%
White
3%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 297 Abraham Stockton's ranking?
P.s. 297 Abraham Stockton is ranked #2354 out of 4,346 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 297 Abraham Stockton?
196 students attend P.s. 297 Abraham Stockton.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of P.s. 297 Abraham Stockton students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 297 Abraham Stockton?
P.s. 297 Abraham Stockton has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 297 Abraham Stockton offer ?
P.s. 297 Abraham Stockton offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 297 Abraham Stockton part of?
P.s. 297 Abraham Stockton is part of New York City Geographic District #14.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 297 Abraham Stockton located?
P.s. 297 Abraham Stockton is located in the Bedford Stuyvesant neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 46 other public schools located in Bedford Stuyvesant.
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