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#441 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 9% in state

Fresh Creek School (the)

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19

875 WILLIAMS AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11207

Enrollment

170

Student-Teacher

7.7:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#441 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#35 of 570

public schools

In district

#1 of 52

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19

Academic growth

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Fresh Creek School (the)

8.3/10

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

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About Fresh Creek School (the)

Fresh Creek School (the) is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19. Fresh Creek School (the) serves approximately 170 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Fresh Creek School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #441 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Fresh Creek School (the) show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

How it compares2.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.4
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 170 students, Fresh Creek School (the) 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.

At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Fresh Creek School (the) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

50% of students at Fresh Creek School (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 Progress10.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+4.37 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2022
TrendImproving
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+18.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.7:1
Chronic Absenteeism50%

Fresh Creek School (the) — Students at Fresh Creek School (the) score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 25.7% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 26.7% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2012
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2013
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
7.5%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
62.3%
ELA
46.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.

How Fresh Creek School (the) Compares

See how Fresh Creek School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
91th percentile in NY
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
10.0/10
Excellent
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
50.0%

Location

875 WILLIAMS AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11207

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fresh Creek School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 13 ROBERTO CLEMENTE (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is PS 279 HERMAN SCHREIBER (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, NEW GRACE CENTER, INC. (rated 6.5/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 4 Brooklyn 0.4 mi 4.5
A PLUS KIDZ ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.5 mi
COLLEGIATE ACADEMY-MATH-PERSONAL AWA Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.4
SCIENCE AND MEDICINE MIDDLE SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.4
PS 213 NEW LOTS Brooklyn 0.5 mi 2.3
PS 306 ETHAN ALLEN Brooklyn 0.4 mi 4.4
PS 190 SHEFFIELD Brooklyn 0.6 mi 5.8
LEGACY SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.4
OLYMPUS ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.6 mi 5.7
PS 36 Brooklyn 0.6 mi 4.6
PS 13 ROBERTO CLEMENTE Brooklyn 0.7 mi 7.3
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST EAST NEW YORK CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.7 mi 5.9
PS 279 HERMAN SCHREIBER Brooklyn 0.7 mi 7.2
LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY CANARSIE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.7 mi 6.1
EAST NEW YORK FAMILY ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.6 mi 4.4
VAN SICLEN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 5.4
EAST NEW YORK ARTS AND CIVICS HIGH SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.6 mi 5.5
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST LINDEN CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 2.8
NEW GRACE CENTER, INC. Brooklyn 0.7 mi 6.5
IS 211 JOHN WILSON Brooklyn 0.8 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,419

Median Home Value

$657,400

Median Rent

$1,443/mo

Population

93,445

College Educated

19.4%

Homeownership

26.9%

Avg Commute

45.9 min

Poverty Rate

27.3%

Median Age

36.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fresh Creek School (the)

What grades does Fresh Creek School (the) serve?

Fresh Creek School (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Fresh Creek School (the)?

Fresh Creek School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fresh Creek School (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at Fresh Creek School (the) is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fresh Creek School (the) rank in NY?

Fresh Creek School (the) ranks #441 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Fresh Creek School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Fresh Creek School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Fresh Creek School (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fresh Creek School (the) has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

Is Fresh Creek School (the) a charter school?

No, Fresh Creek School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fresh Creek School (the) a Title I school?

No, Fresh Creek School (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fresh Creek School (the)?

95.9% of students at Fresh Creek School (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
76 Very Walkable
Transit Score
93 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
50.0%

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