Average
#1755 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 37% in state
PS 169 Sunset Park
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
4305 7TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11232
Enrollment
834
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
834
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,755 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#212 of 570
public schools
In district
#32 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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PS 169 Sunset Park
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 169 Sunset Park
PS 169 Sunset Park is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15. PS 169 Sunset Park serves approximately 834 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 169 Sunset Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,755 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 169 Sunset Park show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 169 Sunset Park — Students at PS 169 Sunset Park score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.3%
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: 6.3/10.
How PS 169 Sunset Park Compares
See how PS 169 Sunset Park performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4305 7TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11232
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 169 Sunset Park may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 160 WILLIAM T SAMPSON (rated 9.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 94 HENRY LONGFELLOW (THE) (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEEP DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SCHOOL OF CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION (THE) Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| JHS 220 JOHN J PERSHING Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 9.1 |
| YESHIVA & MESIFTA VIYOEL MOSHE Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| PS 24 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 94 HENRY LONGFELLOW (THE) Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| PS 958 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| BNOS MARGULIA VIZNITZ - DBA OF YESHIVA IMREI CHAIM Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| SUNSET PARK AVENUES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| IS 136 CHARLES O DEWEY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| SUNSET PARK PREP Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| SHEMA KOLAINU-HEAR OUR VOICES Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | — |
| PS 371 LILLIAN L RASHKIS Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| PS 160 WILLIAM T SAMPSON Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| SUNSET PARK HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| WEST BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 131 Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 1 BERGEN (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| UNITED TALMUDICAL ACADEMY-TORAH V'YIRAH Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| TALMUD TORAH DRABINU YOEL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| LEEP DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11232 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,517
Median Home Value
$782,500
Median Rent
$1,972/mo
Population
26,681
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
24.2%
Avg Commute
42 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
36.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANNA S KUHL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jervis, NY | 6.9 |
| CALCIUM PRIMARY SCHOOL Calcium, NY | 6.9 |
| CASIMIR PULASKI SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY | 6.9 |
| CLINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clinton, NY | 6.9 |
| INDIAN LANDING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 6.9 |
| KIPP BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL II Bronx, NY | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 169 Sunset Park
What grades does PS 169 Sunset Park serve?
PS 169 Sunset Park serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 169 Sunset Park?
PS 169 Sunset Park has an enrollment of approximately 834 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 169 Sunset Park?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 169 Sunset Park is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 169 Sunset Park rank in NY?
PS 169 Sunset Park ranks #1,755 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 169 Sunset Park's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 169 Sunset Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 169 Sunset Park?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 169 Sunset Park has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 169 Sunset Park a charter school?
No, PS 169 Sunset Park is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 169 Sunset Park a Title I school?
No, PS 169 Sunset Park is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 169 Sunset Park?
96.3% of students at PS 169 Sunset Park 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 834
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 80
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.4%
- Phone
- (718) 853-3224
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15- District Enrollment
- 26,808
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #32 of 49
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