Below Average
#3913 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 128 Bensonhurst
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
2075 84TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11214
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,913 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#479 of 570
public schools
In district
#36 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
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PS 128 Bensonhurst
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About PS 128 Bensonhurst
PS 128 Bensonhurst is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21. PS 128 Bensonhurst serves approximately 457 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 128 Bensonhurst has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,913 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 128 Bensonhurst show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at PS 128 Bensonhurst 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 128 Bensonhurst — Students at PS 128 Bensonhurst score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.6%
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: 3.9/10.
How PS 128 Bensonhurst Compares
See how PS 128 Bensonhurst performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2075 84TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 128 Bensonhurst may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ACADEMY OF TALENTED SCHOLARS (THE) (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKLYN SCHOOL OF INQUIRY (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 101 VERRAZANO (THE) (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| BROOKLYN STUDIO SECONDARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 4.5 |
| EAST ACADEMY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| JEWISH CENTER FOR SPECIAL EDUC Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| YESHIVAH OHEL MOSHE Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 186 DR IRVING A GLADSTONE Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| MAGEN DAVID YESHIVAH HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 3.7 |
| PS 200 BENSON SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 101 VERRAZANO (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| ACADEMY OF TALENTED SCHOLARS (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| BROOKLYN SCHOOL OF INQUIRY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 2 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 97 HIGHLAWN (THE) Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| IS 281 JOSEPH B CAVALLARO Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| IS 96 SETH LOW Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BENSONHURST Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 247 Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| NEW UTRECHT HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 748 BROOKLYN SCHOOL FOR GLOBAL SCHOLARS Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 163 BATH BEACH Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 205 CLARION Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,286
Median Home Value
$1,007,400
Median Rent
$1,710/mo
Population
88,994
College Educated
32.4%
Homeownership
33.9%
Avg Commute
45.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
41.1
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| BAS MIKROH GIRLS SCHOOL Spring Valley, NY | 4.5 |
| BRONX DELTA SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.5 |
| BYRON-BERGEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bergen, NY | 4.5 |
| C GRANT GRIMSHAW SCHOOL Lafayette, NY | 4.5 |
| CORINTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Corinth, NY | 4.5 |
| DRYDEN STREET SCHOOL Westbury, NY | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 128 Bensonhurst
What grades does PS 128 Bensonhurst serve?
PS 128 Bensonhurst serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 128 Bensonhurst?
PS 128 Bensonhurst has an enrollment of approximately 457 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 128 Bensonhurst?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 128 Bensonhurst is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 128 Bensonhurst rank in NY?
PS 128 Bensonhurst ranks #3,913 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 128 Bensonhurst's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 128 Bensonhurst has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 128 Bensonhurst?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 128 Bensonhurst has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 128 Bensonhurst a charter school?
No, PS 128 Bensonhurst is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 128 Bensonhurst a Title I school?
No, PS 128 Bensonhurst is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 128 Bensonhurst?
88.6% of students at PS 128 Bensonhurst qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 457
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.5%
- Phone
- (718) 373-5900
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21- District Enrollment
- 34,525
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #36 of 40
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