Excellent
#374 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 8% in state
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
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
1,132
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#374 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#27 of 570
public schools
In district
#11 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About PS 105 Blythebourne (the)
PS 105 Blythebourne (the) is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20. PS 105 Blythebourne (the) serves approximately 1,132 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 105 Blythebourne (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #374 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 105 Blythebourne (the) show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 105 Blythebourne (the) — Students at PS 105 Blythebourne (the) score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.8%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.1/10.
How PS 105 Blythebourne (the) Compares
See how PS 105 Blythebourne (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
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 FOR FUTURE LEADERS (THE) (rated 9.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 160 WILLIAM T SAMPSON (rated 9.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 69 VINCENT D GRIPPO SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood 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
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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) ranks #374 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 105 Blythebourne (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
PS 105 Blythebourne (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 105 Blythebourne (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 105 Blythebourne (the) has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.4%
- Phone
- (718) 438-3230
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20- District Enrollment
- 46,673
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #11 of 45
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