Below Average
#3970 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 181
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
1023 NEW YORK AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11203
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,970 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#483 of 570
public schools
In district
#42 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
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PS 181
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 181
PS 181 is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17. PS 181 serves approximately 562 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 181 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,970 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 181 show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at PS 181 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 181 — Students at PS 181 score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 37 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: 4.9/10.
How PS 181 Compares
See how PS 181 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1023 NEW YORK AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 181 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTRAL BROOKLYN ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 397 FOSTER-LAURIE (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EAST FLATBUSH ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (EFACS) (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| PHYL'S ACADEMY PREP Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 399 STANLEY EUGENE CLARKE Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| BRYANS EDUCATIONAL CENTER Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | — |
| MS 246 WALT WHITMAN Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| EAST FLATBUSH ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (EFACS) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 235 JANICE MARIE KNIGHT SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| FLATBUSH ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| CENTRAL BROOKLYN ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| PARKSIDE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 141 Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| EXPLORE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| NORMA ADAMS CLEMONS ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| PS 361 EAST FLATBUSH EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 397 FOSTER-LAURIE Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| MARY BOBB LEARNING ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | — |
| DARCHAI MENACHEM INC Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR PUBLIC SERVICE-HEROES OF TOMORROW Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| SCHOOL FOR HUMAN RIGHTS (THE) Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| BROOKLYN INSTITUTE FOR LIBERAL ARTS Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 92 ADRIAN HEGEMAN Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,028
Median Home Value
$677,700
Median Rent
$1,566/mo
Population
76,853
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
39.4%
Avg Commute
46 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
43.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Valley, NY | 4.4 |
| CIRCLEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Circleville, NY | 4.4 |
| CLINTON AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station, NY | 4.4 |
| DELAWARE PRIMARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 4.4 |
| DEWITT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster, NY | 4.4 |
| ELMWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Monsey, NY | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 181
What grades does PS 181 serve?
PS 181 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend PS 181?
PS 181 has an enrollment of approximately 562 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 181?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 181 is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 181 rank in NY?
PS 181 ranks #3,970 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 181's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 181 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 181?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 181 has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 181 a charter school?
No, PS 181 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 181 a Title I school?
No, PS 181 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 181?
81.7% of students at PS 181 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 562
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.0%
- Phone
- (718) 462-5298
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17- District Enrollment
- 17,805
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #42 of 49
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