Serving 283 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 46 Edward C Blum 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 46 Edward C Blum serves a small attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 0.1 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 46 Edward C Blum's student population of 283 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
283 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
P.s. 46 Edward C Blum 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. 46 Edward C Blum is 0.62, 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
#4206 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. 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. 46 Edward C Blum's ranking?
P.s. 46 Edward C Blum is ranked #4206 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 46 Edward C Blum often compared to?
P.s. 46 Edward C Blumis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 20 Clinton Hill by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 46 Edward C Blum?
283 students attend P.s. 46 Edward C Blum.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of P.s. 46 Edward C Blum students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 46 Edward C Blum?
P.s. 46 Edward C Blum has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 46 Edward C Blum offer ?
P.s. 46 Edward C Blum offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 46 Edward C Blum part of?
P.s. 46 Edward C Blum is part of New York City Geographic District #13.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 46 Edward C Blum located?
P.s. 46 Edward C Blum is located in the Fort Greene neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Fort Greene.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
EXCELLENT IN ALL AREAS academics !
1 10/10/2025
I feel the teachers don't give it their all in teaching the students that really need help. Needs MUCH MORE IMPROVEMENT.
3 10/10/2025
This school does not take complaints seriously. Teachers do not always follow up with parents about important information but will follow up about things that are convenient for themselves,
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