Average
#1872 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 40% in state
PS 159 Isaac Pitkin
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
2781 PITKIN AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,872 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#236 of 570
public schools
In district
#17 of 52
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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PS 159 Isaac Pitkin
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About PS 159 Isaac Pitkin
PS 159 Isaac Pitkin is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19. PS 159 Isaac Pitkin serves approximately 611 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 159 Isaac Pitkin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,872 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 159 Isaac Pitkin show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at PS 159 Isaac Pitkin 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 159 Isaac Pitkin — Students at PS 159 Isaac Pitkin score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.9%
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: 8.3/10.
How PS 159 Isaac Pitkin Compares
See how PS 159 Isaac Pitkin performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2781 PITKIN AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 159 Isaac Pitkin may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CYPRESS HILLS ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 65 (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, EAST BROOKLYN ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (EBACS) (rated 5.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,988
Median Home Value
$638,200
Median Rent
$1,563/mo
Population
106,901
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
25.9%
Avg Commute
45.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
34.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 159 Isaac Pitkin
What grades does PS 159 Isaac Pitkin serve?
PS 159 Isaac Pitkin serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 159 Isaac Pitkin?
PS 159 Isaac Pitkin has an enrollment of approximately 611 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 159 Isaac Pitkin?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 159 Isaac Pitkin is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 159 Isaac Pitkin rank in NY?
PS 159 Isaac Pitkin ranks #1,872 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 159 Isaac Pitkin's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 159 Isaac Pitkin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 159 Isaac Pitkin?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 159 Isaac Pitkin has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 159 Isaac Pitkin a charter school?
No, PS 159 Isaac Pitkin is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 159 Isaac Pitkin a Title I school?
No, PS 159 Isaac Pitkin is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 159 Isaac Pitkin?
94.9% of students at PS 159 Isaac Pitkin 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
- 611
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.0%
- Phone
- (718) 277-4828
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19- District Enrollment
- 19,963
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #17 of 52
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