Below Average
#4040 of 4,742 schools in NY
Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
430 HOWARD AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11233
Enrollment
188
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
188
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,040 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#494 of 570
public schools
In district
#43 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
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Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School
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About Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School
Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17. Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School serves approximately 188 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,040 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 188 students, Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
64% of students at Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis 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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Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School — Students at Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.2%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.4/10.
How Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School Compares
See how Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
430 HOWARD AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11233
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 191 PAUL ROBESON (rated 7.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 40 GEORGE W CARVER (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 189 BILINGUAL CENTER (THE) (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RONALD EDMONDS LEARNING CENTER II Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 5.5 |
| BROWNSVILLE ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 191 PAUL ROBESON Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 178 SAINT CLAIR MCKELWAY Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 3.3 |
| EAGLE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG MEN II Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| OCEAN HILL COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| BROOKLYN COLLEGIATE: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST BROWNSVILLE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 156 WAVERLY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| IS 392 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 40 GEORGE W CARVER Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| BROWNSVILLE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| ASPIRATIONS DIPLOMA PLUS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| NEW VISIONS AIM CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL I Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 335 GRANVILLE T WOODS Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| BROOKLYN GREEN SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| MS 394 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 2.8 |
| EXPLORE EMPOWER CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 327 DR ROSE B ENGLISH Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 189 BILINGUAL CENTER (THE) Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FALL CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 4.3 |
| PS 175 CITY ISLAND Bronx, NY | 4.3 |
| PS 44 DAVID C FARRAGUT Bronx, NY | 4.3 |
| RIVER EAST ELEMENTARY New York, NY | 4.3 |
| LINCOLN STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waverly, NY | 4.2 |
| PS 194 COUNTEE CULLEN New York, NY | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School
What grades does Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School serve?
Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School?
Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School has an enrollment of approximately 188 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School rank in NY?
Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School ranks #4,040 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School a charter school?
No, Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School a Title I school?
No, Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School?
95.2% of students at Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis 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
- 188
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.8%
- Phone
- (718) 953-4569
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17- District Enrollment
- 17,805
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #43 of 49
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