Below Average
#3618 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 15 Patrick F Daly
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
71 SULLIVAN ST, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,618 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#438 of 570
public schools
In district
#47 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
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PS 15 Patrick F Daly
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 15 Patrick F Daly
PS 15 Patrick F Daly is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15. PS 15 Patrick F Daly serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 15 Patrick F Daly has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,618 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 15 Patrick F Daly show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 7.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, PS 15 Patrick F Daly sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
52% of students at PS 15 Patrick F Daly 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 15 Patrick F Daly — Students at PS 15 Patrick F Daly score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.1%
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
↓ 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: 4.3/10.
How PS 15 Patrick F Daly Compares
See how PS 15 Patrick F Daly performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
71 SULLIVAN ST, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 15 Patrick F Daly may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BROOKLYN (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 172 BEACON SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 32 SAMUEL MILLS SPROLE (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11231 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$138,485
Median Home Value
$1,678,900
Median Rent
$2,474/mo
Population
39,704
College Educated
69.1%
Homeownership
31%
Avg Commute
35.8 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
37.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 15 Patrick F Daly
What grades does PS 15 Patrick F Daly serve?
PS 15 Patrick F Daly serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 15 Patrick F Daly?
PS 15 Patrick F Daly has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 15 Patrick F Daly?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 15 Patrick F Daly is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 15 Patrick F Daly rank in NY?
PS 15 Patrick F Daly ranks #3,618 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 15 Patrick F Daly's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 15 Patrick F Daly has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 15 Patrick F Daly?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 15 Patrick F Daly has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 15 Patrick F Daly a charter school?
No, PS 15 Patrick F Daly is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 15 Patrick F Daly a Title I school?
No, PS 15 Patrick F Daly is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 15 Patrick F Daly?
81.1% of students at PS 15 Patrick F Daly 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
- 413
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.1%
- Phone
- (718) 330-9280
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15- District Enrollment
- 26,808
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #47 of 49
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