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Top 41% in state

PS 130 Parkside (the)

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15

70 OCEAN PKWY, Brooklyn, NY 11218

Enrollment

866

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,939 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#239 of 570

public schools

In district

#36 of 49

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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PS 130 Parkside (the)

6.7/10

Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.8/10

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About PS 130 Parkside (the)

PS 130 Parkside (the) is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15. PS 130 Parkside (the) serves approximately 866 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 130 Parkside (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,939 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 130 Parkside (the) show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-3.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Chronic Absenteeism27.7%

PS 130 Parkside (the) — Students at PS 130 Parkside (the) score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 61.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
95%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
39%
ELA
35%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
34%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
43%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
84.5%
2021*
Math
58%
ELA
85.6%
2022
Math
49.8%
ELA
58.3%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How PS 130 Parkside (the) Compares

See how PS 130 Parkside (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
59th percentile in NY
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.7%

Location

70 OCEAN PKWY, Brooklyn, NY 11218

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 130 Parkside (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WINDSOR TERRACE SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH THE WORKER CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 249 CATON (THE) (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
MS 839 Brooklyn 0.2 mi 7.8
BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL - CSD 15.2 Brooklyn 0.2 mi 7.2
INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 5.3
BROOKLYN COLLEGE ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.2 mi 7.9
YESHIVAT SHAARE TORAH GIRLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.0
PS 230 DORIS L COHEN Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.0
MS 890 Brooklyn 0.4 mi 8.3
PS 889 Brooklyn 0.4 mi 3.5
WINDSOR TERRACE SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.9
PS 179 KENSINGTON Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.0
PS 249 CATON (THE) Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.3
MS 442 CARROLL GARDENS SCHOOL FOR INNOVATION Brooklyn 0.6 mi 8.9
BROOKLYN URBAN GARDEN CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 8.8
GAN YISROEL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 5.9
BNOS YERUSMALAYIM Brooklyn 0.7 mi 3.8
UNITED TALMUDIAL ACADEMY OF BORO PARK Brooklyn 0.6 mi 4.6
JHS 62 DITMAS Brooklyn 0.8 mi 7.6
ST JOSEPH THE WORKER CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.8 mi 7.7
TALMUD TORAH OHEL YOCHANAN Brooklyn 0.7 mi 4.4
NESIVOS BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn 0.7 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,916

Median Home Value

$914,300

Median Rent

$1,966/mo

Population

71,313

College Educated

51%

Homeownership

37.9%

Avg Commute

40.7 min

Poverty Rate

12.4%

Median Age

37.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 130 Parkside (the)

What grades does PS 130 Parkside (the) serve?

PS 130 Parkside (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 130 Parkside (the)?

PS 130 Parkside (the) has an enrollment of approximately 866 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 130 Parkside (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 130 Parkside (the) is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 130 Parkside (the) rank in NY?

PS 130 Parkside (the) ranks #1,939 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 130 Parkside (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

PS 130 Parkside (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 130 Parkside (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 130 Parkside (the) has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 130 Parkside (the) a charter school?

No, PS 130 Parkside (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 130 Parkside (the) a Title I school?

No, PS 130 Parkside (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 130 Parkside (the)?

29.9% of students at PS 130 Parkside (the) 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
92 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
99 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
87 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
866
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.7%

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