Very Good
#1092 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 23% in state
PS 181 Brookfield
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
148-15 230TH ST, Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,092 of 4,742
In Springfield Gardens
#3 of 15
public schools
In district
#8 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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PS 181 Brookfield
Elementary School in Springfield Gardens · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 181 Brookfield
PS 181 Brookfield is a public elementary school in Springfield Gardens, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29. PS 181 Brookfield serves approximately 325 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 181 Brookfield has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,092 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 181 Brookfield show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, PS 181 Brookfield sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
47% of students at PS 181 Brookfield 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 Brookfield — Students at PS 181 Brookfield score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.2%
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: 9.0/10.
How PS 181 Brookfield Compares
See how PS 181 Brookfield performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
148-15 230TH ST, Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 181 Brookfield may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 251 (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - ROSEDALE (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Rosedale), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST CLARE CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 5.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Rosedale), a more accessible option. For more schools in Springfield Gardens, see our Springfield Gardens schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11413 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,766
Median Home Value
$631,700
Median Rent
$2,038/mo
Population
45,072
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
47.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BABYLON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Babylon, NY | 7.6 |
| BIRCHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady, NY | 7.6 |
| BLUE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blue Point, NY | 7.6 |
| CHANCELLOR LIVINGSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rhinebeck, NY | 7.6 |
| DAVID N DINKINS SCHOOL Jamaica, NY | 7.6 |
| ELMWOOD-FRANKLIN SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 181 Brookfield
What grades does PS 181 Brookfield serve?
PS 181 Brookfield serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 181 Brookfield?
PS 181 Brookfield has an enrollment of approximately 325 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 181 Brookfield?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 181 Brookfield is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 181 Brookfield rank in NY?
PS 181 Brookfield ranks #1,092 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 181 Brookfield's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 181 Brookfield has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Brookfield?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 181 Brookfield has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 181 Brookfield a charter school?
No, PS 181 Brookfield is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 181 Brookfield a Title I school?
No, PS 181 Brookfield is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 181 Brookfield?
81.2% of students at PS 181 Brookfield 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
- 325
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.4%
- Phone
- (718) 528-5807
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29- District Enrollment
- 23,648
- Schools in District
- 46
- District Rank
- #8 of 46
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