Average
#1856 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 39% in state
PS 124 Silas B Dutcher
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
515 4TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,856 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#230 of 570
public schools
In district
#34 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
Equity
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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PS 124 Silas B Dutcher
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About PS 124 Silas B Dutcher
PS 124 Silas B Dutcher is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15. PS 124 Silas B Dutcher serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 124 Silas B Dutcher has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,856 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 124 Silas B Dutcher show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
64% of students at PS 124 Silas B Dutcher 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 124 Silas B Dutcher — Students at PS 124 Silas B Dutcher score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.8%
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
↓ 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: 7.6/10.
How PS 124 Silas B Dutcher Compares
See how PS 124 Silas B Dutcher performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
515 4TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 124 Silas B Dutcher may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 39 HENRY BRISTOW (rated 9.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BROOKLYN (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 107 JOHN W KIMBALL (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MAURICE SENDAK COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| HELLENIC CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| AL-NOOR SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| AL-MADINAH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 295 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| JHS 88 PETER ROUGET Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| NEW VOICES SCHOOL OF ACADEMIC AND CREATIVE ARTS Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 53 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| MS 51 WILLIAM ALEXANDER Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 39 HENRY BRISTOW Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 9.0 |
| MAGNET SCHOOL OF MATH SCIENCE & DESIGN TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 372 CHILDREN'S SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 107 JOHN W KIMBALL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| MESILAS BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| JOHN JAY SCHOOL FOR LAW Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| PARK SLOPE COLLEGIATE Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| CYBERARTS STUDIO ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| MILLENNIUM BROOKLYN HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| ST JOSEPH THE WORKER CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$180,773
Median Home Value
$1,674,700
Median Rent
$2,803/mo
Population
70,922
College Educated
80.2%
Homeownership
40.9%
Avg Commute
38.5 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
37.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALDEN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Alden, NY | 6.8 |
| APALACHIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apalachin, NY | 6.8 |
| DUANESBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delanson, NY | 6.8 |
| EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach, NY | 6.8 |
| FAIRMONT NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.8 |
| FLATBUSH ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 124 Silas B Dutcher
What grades does PS 124 Silas B Dutcher serve?
PS 124 Silas B Dutcher serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 124 Silas B Dutcher?
PS 124 Silas B Dutcher has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 124 Silas B Dutcher?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 124 Silas B Dutcher is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 124 Silas B Dutcher rank in NY?
PS 124 Silas B Dutcher ranks #1,856 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 124 Silas B Dutcher's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 124 Silas B Dutcher has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 124 Silas B Dutcher?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 124 Silas B Dutcher has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 124 Silas B Dutcher a charter school?
No, PS 124 Silas B Dutcher is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 124 Silas B Dutcher a Title I school?
No, PS 124 Silas B Dutcher is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 124 Silas B Dutcher?
80.8% of students at PS 124 Silas B Dutcher 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
- 333
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.3%
- Phone
- (718) 788-0246
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15- District Enrollment
- 26,808
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #34 of 49
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