Very Good
#1477 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 31% in state
PS 176 Ovington
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
1225 69TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11219
Enrollment
1,110
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
1,110
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,477 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#173 of 570
public schools
In district
#30 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
Equity
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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PS 176 Ovington
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About PS 176 Ovington
PS 176 Ovington is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20. PS 176 Ovington serves approximately 1,110 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 176 Ovington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,477 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 176 Ovington show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 176 Ovington — Students at PS 176 Ovington score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.2%
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: 6.6/10.
How PS 176 Ovington Compares
See how PS 176 Ovington performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1225 69TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11219
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 176 Ovington may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCHOOL FOR FUTURE LEADERS (THE) (rated 9.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 69 VINCENT D GRIPPO SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 105 BLYTHEBOURNE (THE) (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 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,685
Median Home Value
$1,086,000
Median Rent
$1,678/mo
Population
94,737
College Educated
21.5%
Homeownership
26%
Avg Commute
35.7 min
Poverty Rate
31.8%
Median Age
25.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 176 Ovington
What grades does PS 176 Ovington serve?
PS 176 Ovington serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 176 Ovington?
PS 176 Ovington has an enrollment of approximately 1,110 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 176 Ovington?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 176 Ovington is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 176 Ovington rank in NY?
PS 176 Ovington ranks #1,477 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 176 Ovington's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 176 Ovington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 176 Ovington?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 176 Ovington has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 176 Ovington a charter school?
No, PS 176 Ovington is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 176 Ovington a Title I school?
No, PS 176 Ovington is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 176 Ovington?
86.2% of students at PS 176 Ovington 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
- 1,110
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 74
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.6%
- Phone
- (718) 236-7755
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20- District Enrollment
- 46,673
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #30 of 45
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