Serving 301 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 298 Dr Betty Shabazz ranks in the bottom 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 298 Dr Betty Shabazz ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ps 298 Dr Betty Shabazz's student population of 301 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 78% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 298 Dr Betty Shabazz ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 298 Dr Betty Shabazz is 0.48, 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
#4242 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
32%
29%
Black
65%
16%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 298 Dr Betty Shabazz's ranking?
Ps 298 Dr Betty Shabazz is ranked #4242 out of 4,377 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 298 Dr Betty Shabazz?
301 students attend Ps 298 Dr Betty Shabazz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Ps 298 Dr Betty Shabazz students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 298 Dr Betty Shabazz?
Ps 298 Dr Betty Shabazz has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 298 Dr Betty Shabazz offer ?
Ps 298 Dr Betty Shabazz offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 298 Dr Betty Shabazz part of?
Ps 298 Dr Betty Shabazz is part of New York City Geographic District #23 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 298 Dr Betty Shabazz located?
Ps 298 Dr Betty Shabazz is located in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 28 other public schools located in Brownsville.
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