Very Good
#1381 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 29% in state
PS 163 Bath Beach
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
109 BAY 14TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11214
Enrollment
620
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
620
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,381 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#164 of 570
public schools
In district
#29 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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PS 163 Bath Beach
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 163 Bath Beach
PS 163 Bath Beach is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20. PS 163 Bath Beach serves approximately 620 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 163 Bath Beach has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,381 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 163 Bath Beach show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at PS 163 Bath Beach 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 163 Bath Beach — Students at PS 163 Bath Beach score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 40 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: 7.1/10.
How PS 163 Bath Beach Compares
See how PS 163 Bath Beach performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
109 BAY 14TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 163 Bath Beach may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 101 VERRAZANO (THE) (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is YESHIVAH OHEL MOSHE (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 204 VINCE LOMBARDI (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 748 BROOKLYN SCHOOL FOR GLOBAL SCHOLARS Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 229 DYKER Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| PS 200 BENSON SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 204 VINCE LOMBARDI Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| NEW UTRECHT HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| ST BERNADETTE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| EAST ACADEMY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 128 BENSONHURST Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| MADELEINE BRENNAN SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| BROOKLYN STUDIO SECONDARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 186 DR IRVING A GLADSTONE Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 112 LEFFERTS PARK Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| JEWISH CENTER FOR SPECIAL EDUC Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| YESHIVAH OHEL MOSHE Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| POLY PREP COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 101 VERRAZANO (THE) Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 176 OVINGTON Brooklyn | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| IS 281 JOSEPH B CAVALLARO Brooklyn | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| MAGEN DAVID YESHIVAH HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| JHS 227 EDWARD B SHALLOW Brooklyn | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,286
Median Home Value
$1,007,400
Median Rent
$1,710/mo
Population
88,994
College Educated
32.4%
Homeownership
33.9%
Avg Commute
45.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
41.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CAMP AVENUE SCHOOL Merrick, NY | 7.3 |
| CANISTEO-GREENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canisteo, NY | 7.3 |
| DOROTHY NOLAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saratoga Springs, NY | 7.3 |
| ETHEL K FYLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.3 |
| FORTS FERRY SCHOOL Latham, NY | 7.3 |
| FOSTERTOWN SCHOOL Newburgh, NY | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 163 Bath Beach
What grades does PS 163 Bath Beach serve?
PS 163 Bath Beach serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend PS 163 Bath Beach?
PS 163 Bath Beach has an enrollment of approximately 620 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 163 Bath Beach?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 163 Bath Beach is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 163 Bath Beach rank in NY?
PS 163 Bath Beach ranks #1,381 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 163 Bath Beach's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 163 Bath Beach has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 163 Bath Beach?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 163 Bath Beach has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 163 Bath Beach a charter school?
No, PS 163 Bath Beach is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 163 Bath Beach a Title I school?
No, PS 163 Bath Beach is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 163 Bath Beach?
83.1% of students at PS 163 Bath Beach 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 620
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.5%
- Phone
- (718) 236-9003
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20- District Enrollment
- 46,673
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #29 of 45
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