Excellent
#126 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 3% in state
PS 134
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
4001 18TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#126 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#12 of 570
public schools
In district
#1 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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PS 134
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 134
PS 134 is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22. PS 134 serves approximately 519 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 134 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #126 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 134 show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 134 — Students at PS 134 score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 9.5/10.
How PS 134 Compares
See how PS 134 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4001 18TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 134 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 192 MAGNET SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE INQUIRY (THE) (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is PS 121 NELSON A ROCKEFELLER (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, BARKAI FOUNDATION INC. (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY OF NEW YORK CITY Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| BAIS YAAKOV D'RAV MEIR HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| BETH JACOB DAY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| NESIVOS BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| BNOS YAAKOV Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| BROOKLYN DREAMS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| BAIS YAAKOV OF 18TH AVE Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| JHS 62 DITMAS Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| PS 217 COLONEL DAVID MARCUS SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| YESHIVA BONIM LAMOKOM Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 192 MAGNET SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE INQUIRY (THE) Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| YESHIVA & MESIFTA CHASAN SOFER Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 179 KENSINGTON Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| JHS 223 MONTAUK (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND EMPOWERMENT Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| BNOS YERUSMALAYIM Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| CORTELYOU EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | — |
| THE PATHWAY STUDY CENTER INC Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 121 NELSON A ROCKEFELLER Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| BARKAI FOUNDATION INC. Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF TALENTED SCHOLARS (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 8.9 |
| DENTON AVENUE SCHOOL New Hyde Park, NY | 8.9 |
| E M BAKER SCHOOL Great Neck, NY | 8.9 |
| EVANS PARK SCHOOL Pearl River, NY | 8.9 |
| GEORGE A JACKSON SCHOOL Jericho, NY | 8.9 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 4 Bronx, NY | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 134
What grades does PS 134 serve?
PS 134 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 134?
PS 134 has an enrollment of approximately 519 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 134?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 134 is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 134 rank in NY?
PS 134 ranks #126 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 134's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 134 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 134?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 134 has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 134 a charter school?
No, PS 134 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 134 a Title I school?
No, PS 134 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 134?
90.0% of students at PS 134 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
- 519
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.7%
- Phone
- (718) 436-7200
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22- District Enrollment
- 31,726
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #1 of 40
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