Average
#2739 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 153 Homecrest
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
1970 HOMECREST AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11229
Enrollment
535
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
535
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,739 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#349 of 570
public schools
In district
#27 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
Equity
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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PS 153 Homecrest
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About PS 153 Homecrest
PS 153 Homecrest is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21. PS 153 Homecrest serves approximately 535 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 153 Homecrest has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,739 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 153 Homecrest show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at PS 153 Homecrest 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 153 Homecrest — Students at PS 153 Homecrest score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.9%
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: 5.8/10.
How PS 153 Homecrest Compares
See how PS 153 Homecrest performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1970 HOMECREST AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11229
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 153 Homecrest may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WINDMILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 215 MORRIS H WEISS (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, YESHIVA OF BELLE HARBOR/YESHIVAL BITAHON (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11229 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,556
Median Home Value
$812,200
Median Rent
$1,666/mo
Population
79,802
College Educated
41.3%
Homeownership
47%
Avg Commute
43.7 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
42.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 153 Homecrest
What grades does PS 153 Homecrest serve?
PS 153 Homecrest serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 153 Homecrest?
PS 153 Homecrest has an enrollment of approximately 535 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 153 Homecrest?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 153 Homecrest is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 153 Homecrest rank in NY?
PS 153 Homecrest ranks #2,739 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 153 Homecrest's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 153 Homecrest has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 153 Homecrest?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 153 Homecrest has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 153 Homecrest a charter school?
No, PS 153 Homecrest is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 153 Homecrest a Title I school?
No, PS 153 Homecrest is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 153 Homecrest?
89.9% of students at PS 153 Homecrest 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
- 535
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.2%
- Phone
- (718) 375-4484
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21- District Enrollment
- 34,525
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #27 of 40
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