Excellent
#253 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 5% in state
PS 127 Mckinley Park
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
7805 7TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11228
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#253 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#19 of 570
public schools
In district
#8 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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PS 127 Mckinley Park
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 127 Mckinley Park
PS 127 Mckinley Park is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20. PS 127 Mckinley Park serves approximately 618 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 127 Mckinley Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #253 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 127 Mckinley Park show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 127 Mckinley Park — Students at PS 127 Mckinley Park score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.6%
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: 9.2/10.
How PS 127 Mckinley Park Compares
See how PS 127 Mckinley Park performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7805 7TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11228
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 127 Mckinley Park may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCHOOL FOR FUTURE LEADERS (THE) (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 69 VINCENT D GRIPPO SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RALPH A FABRIZIO SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,737
Median Home Value
$1,131,700
Median Rent
$1,828/mo
Population
42,325
College Educated
37.1%
Homeownership
54.7%
Avg Commute
41.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
44.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 127 Mckinley Park
What grades does PS 127 Mckinley Park serve?
PS 127 Mckinley Park serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 127 Mckinley Park?
PS 127 Mckinley Park has an enrollment of approximately 618 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 127 Mckinley Park?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 127 Mckinley Park is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 127 Mckinley Park rank in NY?
PS 127 Mckinley Park ranks #253 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 127 Mckinley Park's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 127 Mckinley Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 127 Mckinley Park?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 127 Mckinley Park has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 127 Mckinley Park a charter school?
No, PS 127 Mckinley Park is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 127 Mckinley Park a Title I school?
No, PS 127 Mckinley Park is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 127 Mckinley Park?
75.6% of students at PS 127 Mckinley Park 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
- 618
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.8%
- Phone
- (718) 833-2323
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20- District Enrollment
- 46,673
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #8 of 45
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