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#4422 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 106 Edward Everett Hale
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32
1328 PUTNAM AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,422 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#532 of 570
public schools
In district
#26 of 27
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32
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PS 106 Edward Everett Hale
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About PS 106 Edward Everett Hale
PS 106 Edward Everett Hale is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32. PS 106 Edward Everett Hale serves approximately 327 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 106 Edward Everett Hale has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,422 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 106 Edward Everett Hale show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
61% of students at PS 106 Edward Everett Hale 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 106 Edward Everett Hale — Students at PS 106 Edward Everett Hale score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 3.9/10.
How PS 106 Edward Everett Hale Compares
See how PS 106 Edward Everett Hale performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1328 PUTNAM AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 106 Edward Everett Hale may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BUSHWICK ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ACHIEVEMENT FIRST-BUSHWICK CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BUSHWICK (rated 7.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,122
Median Home Value
$1,061,400
Median Rent
$2,055/mo
Population
90,750
College Educated
42%
Homeownership
21.7%
Avg Commute
42.8 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
32.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 106 Edward Everett Hale
What grades does PS 106 Edward Everett Hale serve?
PS 106 Edward Everett Hale serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 106 Edward Everett Hale?
PS 106 Edward Everett Hale has an enrollment of approximately 327 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 106 Edward Everett Hale?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 106 Edward Everett Hale is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 106 Edward Everett Hale rank in NY?
PS 106 Edward Everett Hale ranks #4,422 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 106 Edward Everett Hale's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 106 Edward Everett Hale has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 106 Edward Everett Hale?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 106 Edward Everett Hale has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 106 Edward Everett Hale a charter school?
No, PS 106 Edward Everett Hale is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 106 Edward Everett Hale a Title I school?
No, PS 106 Edward Everett Hale is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 106 Edward Everett Hale?
88.7% of students at PS 106 Edward Everett Hale 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
- 327
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.6%
- Phone
- (718) 574-0261
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32- District Enrollment
- 9,633
- Schools in District
- 27
- District Rank
- #26 of 27
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