Very Good
#1088 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 23% in state
PS 114 Ryder Elementary
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18
1077 REMSEN AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11236
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,088 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#118 of 570
public schools
In district
#3 of 33
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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PS 114 Ryder Elementary
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About PS 114 Ryder Elementary
PS 114 Ryder Elementary is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18. PS 114 Ryder Elementary serves approximately 390 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 114 Ryder Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,088 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 114 Ryder Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
59% of students at PS 114 Ryder Elementary 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 114 Ryder Elementary — Students at PS 114 Ryder Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.6%
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: 9.5/10.
How PS 114 Ryder Elementary Compares
See how PS 114 Ryder Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1077 REMSEN AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11236
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 114 Ryder Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CANARSIE ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 233 LANGSTON HUGHES (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, EXPLORE EXCEL CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10), with a comparable rating. 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 11236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,813
Median Home Value
$710,300
Median Rent
$1,637/mo
Population
95,174
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
50.5%
Avg Commute
50.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
40.4
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Compare PS 114 Ryder Elementary with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- ComparePS 114 Ryder Elementary vs PS 361 EAST FLATBUSH EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOLBROOKLYN, NY Peer score 5.8/10 -1.8 vs PS 114 Ryder Elementary
- ComparePS 114 Ryder Elementary vs PS 121 NELSON A ROCKEFELLERBrooklyn, NY Peer score 7.5/10 -0.1 vs PS 114 Ryder Elementary
- ComparePS 114 Ryder Elementary vs PS 312 BERGEN BEACHBrooklyn, NY Peer score 6.5/10 -1.1 vs PS 114 Ryder Elementary
- ComparePS 114 Ryder Elementary vs PS 165 IDA POSNERBrooklyn, NY Peer score 6.5/10 -1.1 vs PS 114 Ryder Elementary
- ComparePS 114 Ryder Elementary vs MAURICE SENDAK COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE)Brooklyn, NY Peer score 7.3/10 -0.3 vs PS 114 Ryder Elementary
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 114 Ryder Elementary
What grades does PS 114 Ryder Elementary serve?
PS 114 Ryder Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 114 Ryder Elementary?
PS 114 Ryder Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 390 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 114 Ryder Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 114 Ryder Elementary is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 114 Ryder Elementary rank in NY?
PS 114 Ryder Elementary ranks #1,088 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 114 Ryder Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 114 Ryder Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 114 Ryder Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 114 Ryder Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 114 Ryder Elementary a charter school?
No, PS 114 Ryder Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 114 Ryder Elementary a Title I school?
No, PS 114 Ryder Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 114 Ryder Elementary?
83.6% of students at PS 114 Ryder Elementary 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
- 390
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.7%
- Phone
- (718) 257-4428
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18- District Enrollment
- 11,223
- Schools in District
- 34
- District Rank
- #3 of 33
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