Serving 516 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 38 Pacific ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 38 Pacific ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ps 38 Pacific's student population of 516 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
516 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 38 Pacific ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ps 38 Pacific is 0.79, which is more 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
#1180 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
25%
29%
Black
25%
16%
White
25%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps 38 Pacific's ranking?
Ps 38 Pacific is ranked #1180 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 38 Pacific?
516 students attend Ps 38 Pacific.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
25% of Ps 38 Pacific students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 38 Pacific?
Ps 38 Pacific has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 38 Pacific offer ?
Ps 38 Pacific offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 38 Pacific part of?
Ps 38 Pacific is part of New York City Geographic District #15 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 38 Pacific located?
Ps 38 Pacific is located in the Boerum Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Boerum Hill.
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