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#688 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 15% in state

Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14

325 S 3RD ST, Brooklyn, NY 11238

Enrollment

534

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#688 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#69 of 570

public schools

In district

#4 of 38

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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8.0/10

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About Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School

Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14. Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School serves approximately 534 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #688 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

How it compares2.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.5
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change+3.82 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2022
TrendImproving
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-14.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.9 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Chronic Absenteeism25.3%

Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School — Students at Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.8% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
50.7% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 49.8% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
61.6% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2013
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
49.5%
ELA
69.5%
2021*
Math
51.5%
ELA
70.5%
2022
Math
38.6%
ELA
52%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School Compares

See how Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
86th percentile in NY
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
5.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.3%

Location

325 S 3RD ST, Brooklyn, NY 11238

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILLIAMS BURG NORTHSIDE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WILLIAMSBURG NORTHSIDE SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, YESHIVA TZEMACH TZADIK VIZNITZ (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 319 Brooklyn 0.1 mi 4.6
TALMUD TORAH TIFERES YISROEL INC Brooklyn 0.3 mi 4.1
EL PUENTE ACADEMY FOR PEACE AND JUSTICE Brooklyn 0.3 mi 4.6
WILLIAMS BURG NORTHSIDE SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 8.6
TALMUD TORAH OF KASHO Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.2
BROOKLYN PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 8.4
WILLIAMSBURG HIGH SCHOOL FOR ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN Brooklyn 0.4 mi 8.1
WILLIAMSBURG PREPARATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.9
WILLIAMSBURG NORTHSIDE SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 8.3
JHS 50 JOHN D WELLS Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.5
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-WILLIAMSBURG Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.9
PS 17 HENRY D WOODWORTH Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.7
YESHIVA JESODE HATORAH WILSON Brooklyn 0.3 mi 3.8
BNOS YAAKOV EDUCATIONAL CENTER Brooklyn 0.4 mi 3.9
YESHIVA TZEMACH TZADIK VIZNITZ Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.9
JUAN MOREL CAMPOS SECONDARY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 4.8
BEGINNING WITH CHILDREN CHARTER SCHOOL II Brooklyn 0.4 mi 4.7
TALMUD TORAH TZEMACH TZADIK VIZNITZ Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.4
PS 16 LEONARD DUNKLY Brooklyn 0.5 mi 3.6
WILLIAMSBURG COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11238 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,957

Median Home Value

$1,146,000

Median Rent

$2,511/mo

Population

58,462

College Educated

71.2%

Homeownership

28.1%

Avg Commute

38.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

35.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School

What grades does Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School serve?

Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School?

Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 534 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School rank in NY?

Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School ranks #688 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

Is Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School a charter school?

No, Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School?

47.6% of students at Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
98 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
93 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.3%

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