Very Good
#967 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 20% in state
New Bridges Elementary
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
1025 EASTERN PKWY, Brooklyn, NY 11213
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#967 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#103 of 570
public schools
In district
#7 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About New Bridges Elementary
New Bridges Elementary is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17. New Bridges Elementary serves approximately 441 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. New Bridges Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #967 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for New Bridges Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at New Bridges Elementary 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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New Bridges Elementary — Students at New Bridges Elementary score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.9%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 10.0/10.
How New Bridges Elementary Compares
See how New Bridges Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1025 EASTERN PKWY, Brooklyn, NY 11213
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Bridges Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 770 NEW AMERICAN ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is LUBAVITCHER YESHIVA (rated 6.4/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, YESHIVAS TOMCHEI TMIMIM (rated 6.3/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 11213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,040
Median Home Value
$1,184,400
Median Rent
$1,607/mo
Population
69,630
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
15.5%
Avg Commute
43.4 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
34.5
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| CENTRAL SCHOOL Larchmont, NY | 7.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Bridges Elementary
What grades does New Bridges Elementary serve?
New Bridges Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend New Bridges Elementary?
New Bridges Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 441 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Bridges Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at New Bridges Elementary is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Bridges Elementary rank in NY?
New Bridges Elementary ranks #967 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is New Bridges Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
New Bridges Elementary 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 New Bridges Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Bridges Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
Is New Bridges Elementary a charter school?
No, New Bridges Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Bridges Elementary a Title I school?
No, New Bridges Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Bridges Elementary?
81.9% of students at New Bridges Elementary 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
- 441
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (718) 363-8200
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17- District Enrollment
- 17,805
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #7 of 49
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