Serving 283 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps 208 Elsa Ebeling 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 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%).
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: 283 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 1% in NY)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ps 208 Elsa Ebeling's student population of 283 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ps 208 Elsa Ebeling is 0.27, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-44%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
85%
16%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ps 208 Elsa Ebeling often compared to?
Ps 208 Elsa Ebelingis often viewed alongside schools like Ps 235 Janice Marie Knight School, Ps 251 Paerdegat by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 208 Elsa Ebeling?
283 students attend Ps 208 Elsa Ebeling.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Ps 208 Elsa Ebeling students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 208 Elsa Ebeling?
Ps 208 Elsa Ebeling has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 208 Elsa Ebeling offer ?
Ps 208 Elsa Ebeling offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 208 Elsa Ebeling part of?
Ps 208 Elsa Ebeling is part of New York City Geographic District #18 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 208 Elsa Ebeling located?
Ps 208 Elsa Ebeling is located in the Little Caribbean neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Little Caribbean.
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