Below Average
#4159 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 1 Bergen (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
309 47TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11220
Enrollment
722
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
722
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,159 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#505 of 570
public schools
In district
#49 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
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PS 1 Bergen (the)
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About PS 1 Bergen (the)
PS 1 Bergen (the) is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15. PS 1 Bergen (the) serves approximately 722 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 1 Bergen (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,159 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 1 Bergen (the) show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 7.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at PS 1 Bergen (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
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PS 1 Bergen (the) — Students at PS 1 Bergen (the) score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 3.7/10.
How PS 1 Bergen (the) Compares
See how PS 1 Bergen (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
309 47TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 1 Bergen (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 94 HENRY LONGFELLOW (THE) (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 172 BEACON SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEEP DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,201
Median Home Value
$1,021,200
Median Rent
$1,688/mo
Population
90,792
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
27.6%
Avg Commute
43.6 min
Poverty Rate
23.3%
Median Age
37.2
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| CORAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coram, NY | 4.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 1 Bergen (the)
What grades does PS 1 Bergen (the) serve?
PS 1 Bergen (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 1 Bergen (the)?
PS 1 Bergen (the) has an enrollment of approximately 722 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 1 Bergen (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 1 Bergen (the) is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 1 Bergen (the) rank in NY?
PS 1 Bergen (the) ranks #4,159 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 1 Bergen (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
PS 1 Bergen (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 PS 1 Bergen (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 1 Bergen (the) has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 1 Bergen (the) a charter school?
No, PS 1 Bergen (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 1 Bergen (the) a Title I school?
No, PS 1 Bergen (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 1 Bergen (the)?
91.6% of students at PS 1 Bergen (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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 722
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.4%
- Phone
- (718) 567-7661
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15- District Enrollment
- 26,808
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #49 of 49
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