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#3761 of 4,742 schools in NY

PS 177 Marlboro (the)

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21

346 AVE P, Brooklyn, NY 11204

Enrollment

896

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,761 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#459 of 570

public schools

In district

#34 of 40

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21

Equity

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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PS 177 Marlboro (the)

4.7/10

Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About PS 177 Marlboro (the)

PS 177 Marlboro (the) is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21. PS 177 Marlboro (the) serves approximately 896 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 177 Marlboro (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,761 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 177 Marlboro (the) show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at PS 177 Marlboro (the) 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-6.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.2 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Chronic Absenteeism44%

PS 177 Marlboro (the) — Students at PS 177 Marlboro (the) score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

88.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 46.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
93%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
41%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
29%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
51.5%
ELA
48.5%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
36.7%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How PS 177 Marlboro (the) Compares

See how PS 177 Marlboro (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
21th percentile in NY
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.0%

Location

346 AVE P, Brooklyn, NY 11204

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 177 Marlboro (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ACADEMY OF TALENTED SCHOLARS (THE) (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKLYN SCHOOL OF INQUIRY (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 95 GRAVESEND (THE) (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
YESHIVA OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.8
YESHIVA OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.4
PS 226 ALFRED DE B MASON Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.3
PS 215 MORRIS H WEISS Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.8
IS 228 DAVID A BOODY Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.9
MAGEN DAVID YESH-ISAAC SHLM E Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.0
MIRRER YESHIVA EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.9
NESIVOS BAIS YAAKOV BOYS Brooklyn 0.6 mi
PS 238 ANNE SULLIVAN Brooklyn 0.5 mi 4.4
IS 96 SETH LOW Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.9
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BENSONHURST Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.5
BNOT RACHEL HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.9
YESHIVA ATERET TORAH Brooklyn 0.6 mi 5.1
ACADEMY OF TALENTED SCHOLARS (THE) Brooklyn 0.6 mi 8.9
BROOKLYN SCHOOL OF INQUIRY Brooklyn 0.6 mi 8.4
PS 95 GRAVESEND (THE) Brooklyn 0.9 mi 8.1
BET YAAKOV ATERET TORAH Brooklyn 0.7 mi 5.9
BET YAAKOV ATERET TORAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.7 mi 6.3
BET YAKOV ATERET TORAH HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.7 mi 6.9
PS 247 Brooklyn 0.7 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,588

Median Home Value

$1,097,200

Median Rent

$1,751/mo

Population

81,368

College Educated

30.5%

Homeownership

35.3%

Avg Commute

40.6 min

Poverty Rate

20.2%

Median Age

34.3

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CESAR E CHAVEZ SCHOOL Yonkers, NY 4.7
HILLCREST SCHOOL Peekskill, NY 4.7
HUNTINGTON K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse, NY 4.7
LAUREL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood, NY 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 177 Marlboro (the)

What grades does PS 177 Marlboro (the) serve?

PS 177 Marlboro (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 177 Marlboro (the)?

PS 177 Marlboro (the) has an enrollment of approximately 896 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 177 Marlboro (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 177 Marlboro (the) is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 177 Marlboro (the) rank in NY?

PS 177 Marlboro (the) ranks #3,761 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 177 Marlboro (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

PS 177 Marlboro (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 177 Marlboro (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 177 Marlboro (the) has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 177 Marlboro (the) a charter school?

No, PS 177 Marlboro (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 177 Marlboro (the) a Title I school?

No, PS 177 Marlboro (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 177 Marlboro (the)?

88.1% of students at PS 177 Marlboro (the) qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
95 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
91 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
71 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
896
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
88.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.0%

District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
District Enrollment
34,525
Schools in District
40
District Rank
#34 of 40

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