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PS 105 Blythebourne (the)

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20

1031 59TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11219

Enrollment

1,132

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Brooklyn

#349 of 570

public schools

New York elementary schools

#1,468 of 2,549

In district

#33 of 45

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20

Equity

8.9 / 10

Exceptional

About PS 105 Blythebourne (the)

PS 105 Blythebourne serves 1,132 students from kindergarten through fifth grade in Brooklyn's diverse 11219 neighborhood. This elementary school maintains a manageable student-teacher ratio of 16.6:1 with 68 full-time equivalent teachers supporting its large enrollment. Academically, the school demonstrates solid performance with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #807 among New York's 4,758 elementary schools, placing it in the 83rd percentile statewide.

Students show particularly strong achievement in mathematics, with 73% scoring proficient or above across grade levels, while 64% meet or exceed proficiency standards in English Language Arts and reading. The school serves a working-class community where the median household income is $51,194, though the area also reflects Brooklyn's housing market pressures with median home values reaching $1,055,800. About one-third of neighborhood residents live below the poverty line, while 20% hold bachelor's degrees or higher, creating a economically diverse student population of nearly 92,283 people in the surrounding ZIP code.

PS 105 Blythebourne operates as a regular public school within Brooklyn's bustling urban landscape, providing elementary education in one of New York City's most densely populated boroughs.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Above Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-0.88 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendStable
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73%
Reading/ELA Proficiency64%
Math vs. State Avg+19.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.1 pts
Overall Proficiency69%
Expected (poverty-adj.)43%
vs. Expected+25.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment2.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1

PS 105 Blythebourne (the) — Students at PS 105 Blythebourne (the) score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 75.0%
School
State
48.1%
ELA Proficiency 63.2%
School
State
57.0%

Based on 10 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
82%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
73.3%
ELA
64.3%

* 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 PS 105 Blythebourne (the) Compares

See how PS 105 Blythebourne (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
45th percentile in NY
Academic
8.3/10
8.3/10
Growth
6.5/10
Above average
Environment
2.1/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
68 teachers

Location

1031 59TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11219

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 105 Blythebourne (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCHOOL OF CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION (THE) (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SCHOOL FOR FUTURE LEADERS (THE) (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 160 WILLIAM T SAMPSON (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi
School Distance Rating
BAIS CHAYA ESTHER Brooklyn 0.1 mi 5.5
TALMUD TORAH DRABINU YOEL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 5.4
UNITED TALMUDICAL ACADEMY-TORAH V'YIRAH Brooklyn 0.2 mi 5.4
SCHOOL FOR FUTURE LEADERS (THE) Brooklyn 0.2 mi 7.3
CHRISTA MCAULIFFE SCHOOL (THE) /IS 187 Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.7
PS 160 WILLIAM T SAMPSON Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.2
PS 69 VINCENT D GRIPPO SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.1
YESHIVA & MESIFTA VIYOEL MOSHE Brooklyn 0.5 mi 3.9
JHS 220 JOHN J PERSHING Brooklyn 0.5 mi 8.0
PS 176 OVINGTON Brooklyn 0.6 mi 5.3
HASC - HEBREW ACADEMY FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.1
HEBREW ACADEMY FOR SPECIAL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.1
TALMUD TORAH TIFERES BUNIM Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.9
YESHIVA TIFERES BUNIM Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.5
TOCAH VYIRAH OF BORO PARK Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.9
SCHOOL OF CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION (THE) Brooklyn 0.7 mi 7.5
BAY RIDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.2
BAIS ROCHEL SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 4.1
UNITED TALMUDICAL ACADEMY-TORAH V'YIRAH Brooklyn 0.6 mi 5.9
PS 94 HENRY LONGFELLOW (THE) Brooklyn 0.8 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,685

Median Home Value

$1,086,000

Median Rent

$1,678/mo

Population

94,737

College Educated

21.5%

Homeownership

26%

Avg Commute

35.7 min

Poverty Rate

31.8%

Median Age

25.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding PS 105 Blythebourne (the) has a median household income of $55,685. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,086,000, with a median rent of $1,678/month. The area has a poverty rate of 31.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 105 Blythebourne (the)

What grades does PS 105 Blythebourne (the) serve?

PS 105 Blythebourne (the) serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend PS 105 Blythebourne (the)?

PS 105 Blythebourne (the) has an enrollment of approximately 1,132 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 105 Blythebourne (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 105 Blythebourne (the) is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 105 Blythebourne (the) rank in NY?

PS 105 Blythebourne (the) is ranked #2621 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is PS 105 Blythebourne (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

PS 105 Blythebourne (the) has a composite rating of 6.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at PS 105 Blythebourne (the)?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, PS 105 Blythebourne (the) has 75.0% math proficiency and 63.2% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is PS 105 Blythebourne (the) a charter school?

No, PS 105 Blythebourne (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 105 Blythebourne (the) a Title I school?

No, PS 105 Blythebourne (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 105 Blythebourne (the)?

95.8% of students at PS 105 Blythebourne (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
93 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
89 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
1,132
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
68
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

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