Excellent
#125 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 3% in state
Academy of Talented Scholars (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
50 AVE P, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#125 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#11 of 570
public schools
In district
#5 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Academy of Talented Scholars (the)
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Academy of Talented Scholars (the)
Academy of Talented Scholars (the) is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20. Academy of Talented Scholars (the) serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy of Talented Scholars (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #125 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Academy of Talented Scholars (the) show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Academy of Talented Scholars (the) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Academy of Talented Scholars (the) — Students at Academy of Talented Scholars (the) score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Academy of Talented Scholars (the) Compares
See how Academy of Talented Scholars (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
50 AVE P, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Academy of Talented Scholars (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKLYN SCHOOL OF INQUIRY (rated 8.4/10), with a comparable rating. Another option is PS 101 VERRAZANO (THE) (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 205 CLARION (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BROOKLYN SCHOOL OF INQUIRY Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 8.4 |
| IS 96 SETH LOW Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BENSONHURST Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| MAGEN DAVID YESHIVAH HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 3.7 |
| YESHIVAH OHEL MOSHE Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| JEWISH CENTER FOR SPECIAL EDUC Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 247 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 97 HIGHLAWN (THE) Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 2 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 205 CLARION Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| BROOKLYN STUDIO SECONDARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 186 DR IRVING A GLADSTONE Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 128 BENSONHURST Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| GESHER YEHUDA Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 101 VERRAZANO (THE) Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| IS 228 DAVID A BOODY Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| EAST ACADEMY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 177 MARLBORO (THE) Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| PS 226 ALFRED DE B MASON Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT LAFAYETTE Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,916
Median Home Value
$914,300
Median Rent
$1,966/mo
Population
71,313
College Educated
51%
Homeownership
37.9%
Avg Commute
40.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
37.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Academy of Talented Scholars (the)
What grades does Academy of Talented Scholars (the) serve?
Academy of Talented Scholars (the) serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Academy of Talented Scholars (the)?
Academy of Talented Scholars (the) has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy of Talented Scholars (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at Academy of Talented Scholars (the) is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Academy of Talented Scholars (the) rank in NY?
Academy of Talented Scholars (the) ranks #125 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Academy of Talented Scholars (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Academy of Talented Scholars (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Academy of Talented Scholars (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Academy of Talented Scholars (the) has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Academy of Talented Scholars (the) a charter school?
No, Academy of Talented Scholars (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Academy of Talented Scholars (the) a Title I school?
No, Academy of Talented Scholars (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Academy of Talented Scholars (the)?
67.0% of students at Academy of Talented Scholars (the) qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 364
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.1%
- Phone
- (718) 621-2730
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20- District Enrollment
- 46,673
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #5 of 45
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