Below Average
#3706 of 4,742 schools in NY
Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23
213 OSBORN ST, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,706 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#454 of 570
public schools
In district
#20 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23
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Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts
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About Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts
Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23. Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts serves approximately 217 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,706 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts 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.
61% of students at Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts 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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Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts — Students at Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 6.5/10.
How Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts Compares
See how Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
213 OSBORN ST, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RIVERDALE AVENUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHRISTOPHER AVENUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 328 PHYLLIS WHEATLEY (rated 6.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. 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 11212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,060
Median Home Value
$549,400
Median Rent
$1,231/mo
Population
87,946
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
13.8%
Avg Commute
50.1 min
Poverty Rate
33.7%
Median Age
35.6
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| MANHATTAN CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 4.8 |
| NEW AMERICAN ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 4.8 |
| PS 102 JACQUES CARTIER New York, NY | 4.8 |
| PS 163 ARTHUR A SCHOMBERG Bronx, NY | 4.8 |
| PS 208 ELSA EBELING Brooklyn, NY | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts
What grades does Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts serve?
Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts?
Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts has an enrollment of approximately 217 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts?
The student-teacher ratio at Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts rank in NY?
Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts ranks #3,706 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts's MySchoolScout rating?
Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts a charter school?
No, Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts a Title I school?
No, Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts?
97.7% of students at Gregory Jocko Jackson-sports-arts 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 217
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.3%
- Phone
- (718) 495-7791
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23- District Enrollment
- 8,334
- Schools in District
- 28
- District Rank
- #20 of 28
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