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#3900 of 4,742 schools in NY

Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the)

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15

610 HENRY ST, Brooklyn, NY 11231

Enrollment

643

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,900 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#473 of 570

public schools

In district

#48 of 49

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15

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Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the)

4.5/10

Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the)

Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the) is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15. Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the) serves approximately 643 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,900 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the) show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the) 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Chronic Absenteeism39.7%

Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the) — Students at Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the) score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
98%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
54.5%
ELA
64.5%
2014
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
24.5%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2018
Math
49.5%
ELA
69.5%
2019
Math
49.5%
ELA
69.5%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
75%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.3/10.

How Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the) Compares

See how Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.5/10
18th percentile in NY
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.7%

Location

610 HENRY ST, Brooklyn, NY 11231

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BROOKLYN (rated 8.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 32 SAMUEL MILLS SPROLE (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, A FANTIS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
BROOKLYN COLLABORATIVE STUDIES Brooklyn 0.0 mi 7.3
RED HOOK NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 5.1
SUMMIT ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 5.5
PAVE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 4.1
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn 0.3 mi 8.7
PS 58 CARROLL (THE) Brooklyn 0.3 mi 8.0
PS 29 JOHN M HARRIGAN Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.9
DIGITAL ARTS AND CINEMA TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 8.4
BOERUM HILL SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (THE) Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.3
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-COBBLE HILL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.2
PS 15 PATRICK F DALY Brooklyn 0.5 mi 4.9
SOUTH BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.5
PS 32 SAMUEL MILLS SPROLE Brooklyn 0.5 mi 8.4
NEW DAWN CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.5
MARY MCDOWELL FRIENDS SCHOOL- LS Brooklyn 0.7 mi 6.5
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.7 mi 7.8
COBBLE HILL SCHOOL OF AMERICAN STUDIES Brooklyn 0.7 mi 6.5
MARY MCDOWELL FRIENDS SCHOOL - UPPER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.9 mi 8.4
AL-MADINAH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.8 mi 6.0
A FANTIS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.9 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11231 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$138,485

Median Home Value

$1,678,900

Median Rent

$2,474/mo

Population

39,704

College Educated

69.1%

Homeownership

31%

Avg Commute

35.8 min

Poverty Rate

13%

Median Age

37.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the)

What grades does Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the) serve?

Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the)?

Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the) has an enrollment of approximately 643 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the) is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the) rank in NY?

Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the) ranks #3,900 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 New School-ps 146 (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the) has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the) a charter school?

No, Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the) a Title I school?

No, Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (the)?

37.0% of students at Brooklyn New School-ps 146 (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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
85 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
90 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
643
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
37.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.7%

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