Excellent
#583 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 12% in state
PS 11 Purvis J Behan
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13
419 WAVERLY AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Enrollment
852
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
852
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#583 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#52 of 570
public schools
In district
#8 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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PS 11 Purvis J Behan
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About PS 11 Purvis J Behan
PS 11 Purvis J Behan is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13. PS 11 Purvis J Behan serves approximately 852 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 11 Purvis J Behan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #583 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 11 Purvis J Behan show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 11 Purvis J Behan — Students at PS 11 Purvis J Behan score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.6%
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
→ 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: 9.7/10.
How PS 11 Purvis J Behan Compares
See how PS 11 Purvis J Behan performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
419 WAVERLY AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 11 Purvis J Behan may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is BROOKLYN WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 9 SARAH SMITH GARNET SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. 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 11238 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,957
Median Home Value
$1,146,000
Median Rent
$2,511/mo
Population
58,462
College Educated
71.2%
Homeownership
28.1%
Avg Commute
38.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
35.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 11 Purvis J Behan
What grades does PS 11 Purvis J Behan serve?
PS 11 Purvis J Behan serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 11 Purvis J Behan?
PS 11 Purvis J Behan has an enrollment of approximately 852 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 11 Purvis J Behan?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 11 Purvis J Behan is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 11 Purvis J Behan rank in NY?
PS 11 Purvis J Behan ranks #583 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 11 Purvis J Behan's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 11 Purvis J Behan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 11 Purvis J Behan?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 11 Purvis J Behan has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 11 Purvis J Behan a charter school?
No, PS 11 Purvis J Behan is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 11 Purvis J Behan a Title I school?
No, PS 11 Purvis J Behan is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 11 Purvis J Behan?
33.6% of students at PS 11 Purvis J Behan 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
- 852
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.6%
- Phone
- (718) 638-2661
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13- District Enrollment
- 19,232
- Schools in District
- 41
- District Rank
- #8 of 40
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