Average
#2630 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 179 Kensington
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
202 AVE C, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Enrollment
672
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
672
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,630 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#335 of 570
public schools
In district
#44 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
Equity
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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PS 179 Kensington
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About PS 179 Kensington
PS 179 Kensington is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20. PS 179 Kensington serves approximately 672 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 179 Kensington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,630 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 179 Kensington show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 7.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at PS 179 Kensington 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 179 Kensington — Students at PS 179 Kensington score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.4%
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: 7.0/10.
How PS 179 Kensington Compares
See how PS 179 Kensington performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
202 AVE C, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 179 Kensington may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 134 (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 164 CAESAR RODNEY (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 230 DORIS L COHEN (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BNOS YERUSMALAYIM Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 3.8 |
| YESHIVAT SHAARE TORAH GIRLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| GAN YISROEL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 230 DORIS L COHEN Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| JHS 62 DITMAS Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| TALMUD TORAH TIFERES YECHIEL D'ALEKSANDER INC Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 3.6 |
| YESHIVA SHAARE TORAH Brroklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| JHS 223 MONTAUK (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND EMPOWERMENT Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| TALMUD TORAH OHEL YOCHANAN Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| MS 890 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| BNOS YAKOV OF BORO PARK Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| UNITED TALMUDIAL ACADEMY OF BORO PARK Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| PS 889 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL - CSD 15.2 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| YESHIVA BONIM LAMOKOM Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| MS 839 Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 130 PARKSIDE (THE) Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 134 Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| PS 164 CAESAR RODNEY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,916
Median Home Value
$914,300
Median Rent
$1,966/mo
Population
71,313
College Educated
51%
Homeownership
37.9%
Avg Commute
40.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALBERTUS W BECKER SCHOOL Selkirk, NY | 6.0 |
| CHARLES A LINDBERGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 6.0 |
| DRYDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dryden, NY | 6.0 |
| ELM COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Elmhurst, NY | 6.0 |
| EXPLORE EMPOWER CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.0 |
| G N CHAPMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Randolph, NY | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 179 Kensington
What grades does PS 179 Kensington serve?
PS 179 Kensington serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 179 Kensington?
PS 179 Kensington has an enrollment of approximately 672 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 179 Kensington?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 179 Kensington is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 179 Kensington rank in NY?
PS 179 Kensington ranks #2,630 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 179 Kensington's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 179 Kensington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 179 Kensington?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 179 Kensington has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 179 Kensington a charter school?
No, PS 179 Kensington is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 179 Kensington a Title I school?
No, PS 179 Kensington is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 179 Kensington?
87.4% of students at PS 179 Kensington 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
- 672
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.5%
- Phone
- (718) 438-4010
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20- District Enrollment
- 46,673
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #44 of 45
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