Average
#2129 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 45% in state
PS 165 Ida Posner
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23
76 LOTT AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Enrollment
199
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
199
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,129 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#278 of 570
public schools
In district
#9 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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PS 165 Ida Posner
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
PS 361 East Flatbush Early Childhood School
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About PS 165 Ida Posner
PS 165 Ida Posner is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23. PS 165 Ida Posner serves approximately 199 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 165 Ida Posner has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,129 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 165 Ida Posner show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 199 students, PS 165 Ida Posner is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
77% of students at PS 165 Ida Posner 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 165 Ida Posner — Students at PS 165 Ida Posner score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 9.4/10.
How PS 165 Ida Posner Compares
See how PS 165 Ida Posner performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
76 LOTT AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 165 Ida Posner may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY BROWNSVILLE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 233 LANGSTON HUGHES (rated 7.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RIVERDALE AVENUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,060
Median Home Value
$549,400
Median Rent
$1,231/mo
Population
87,946
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
13.8%
Avg Commute
50.1 min
Poverty Rate
33.7%
Median Age
35.6
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Compare PS 165 Ida Posner with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- ComparePS 165 Ida Posner vs PS 361 EAST FLATBUSH EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOLBrooklyn, NY Peer score 5.8/10 -0.7 vs PS 165 Ida Posner
- ComparePS 165 Ida Posner vs PS 48 MAPLETONBrooklyn, NY Peer score 7.1/10 +0.6 vs PS 165 Ida Posner
- ComparePS 165 Ida Posner vs RIVERDALE AVENUE COMMUNITY SCHOOLBrooklyn, NY Peer score 6.9/10 +0.4 vs PS 165 Ida Posner
- ComparePS 165 Ida Posner vs MAURICE SENDAK COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE)Brooklyn, NY Peer score 7.3/10 +0.8 vs PS 165 Ida Posner
- ComparePS 165 Ida Posner vs PS 114 RYDER ELEMENTARYBrooklyn, NY Peer score 7.6/10 +1.1 vs PS 165 Ida Posner
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 165 Ida Posner
What grades does PS 165 Ida Posner serve?
PS 165 Ida Posner serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 165 Ida Posner?
PS 165 Ida Posner has an enrollment of approximately 199 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 165 Ida Posner?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 165 Ida Posner is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 165 Ida Posner rank in NY?
PS 165 Ida Posner ranks #2,129 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 165 Ida Posner's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 165 Ida Posner has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 165 Ida Posner?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 165 Ida Posner has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 165 Ida Posner a charter school?
No, PS 165 Ida Posner is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 165 Ida Posner a Title I school?
No, PS 165 Ida Posner is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 165 Ida Posner?
98.0% of students at PS 165 Ida Posner 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
- 199
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 77.4%
- Phone
- (718) 495-7759
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23- District Enrollment
- 8,334
- Schools in District
- 28
- District Rank
- #9 of 28
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