Very Good
#983 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 21% in state
Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23
251 MACDOUGAL ST, Brooklyn, NY 11233
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#983 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#107 of 570
public schools
In district
#2 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School
Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23. Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School serves approximately 387 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #983 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Brooklyn Landmark 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 Landmark Elementary School — Students at Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 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: 9.1/10.
How Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School Compares
See how Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
251 MACDOUGAL ST, Brooklyn, NY 11233
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 40 GEORGE W CARVER (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is CHRISTOPHER AVENUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, TREY WHITFIELD SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11233 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,034
Median Home Value
$1,013,000
Median Rent
$1,613/mo
Population
82,711
College Educated
32.5%
Homeownership
23.1%
Avg Commute
40.8 min
Poverty Rate
23.6%
Median Age
35.2
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| BARRINGER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ilion, NY | 7.7 |
| BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin, NY | 7.7 |
| CENTRAL SCHOOL Larchmont, NY | 7.7 |
| CHARLES CAMPAGNE SCHOOL Bethpage, NY | 7.7 |
| CHAUTAUQUA LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mayville, NY | 7.7 |
| CITIZEN EDMOND GENET SCHOOL East Greenbush, NY | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School
What grades does Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School serve?
Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School?
Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 387 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School rank in NY?
Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School ranks #983 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Landmark Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
Is Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School a charter school?
No, Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School?
85.5% of students at Brooklyn Landmark 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
- 387
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.8%
- Phone
- (718) 443-2747
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23- District Enrollment
- 8,334
- Schools in District
- 28
- District Rank
- #2 of 28
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