Very Good
#1658 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 35% in state
Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
443 ST MARKS AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,658 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#203 of 570
public schools
In district
#18 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School
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About Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School
Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17. Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,658 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
48% of students at Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School — Students at Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School Compares
See how Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
443 ST MARKS AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 316 ELIJAH STROUD (rated 8.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKLYN WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 9 SARAH SMITH GARNET SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood 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 Arts and Science Elementary School
What grades does Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School serve?
Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School?
Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School rank in NY?
Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School ranks #1,658 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Arts and Science Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School a charter school?
No, Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brooklyn Arts and Science Elementary School?
64.6% of students at Brooklyn Arts and Science 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 246
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.6%
- Phone
- (718) 230-0851
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17- District Enrollment
- 17,805
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #18 of 49
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