Very Good
#966 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 20% in state
PS 191 Paul Robeson
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
1600 PARK PL, Brooklyn, NY 11233
Enrollment
165
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
165
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#966 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#102 of 570
public schools
In district
#6 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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PS 191 Paul Robeson
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 191 Paul Robeson
PS 191 Paul Robeson is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17. PS 191 Paul Robeson serves approximately 165 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 191 Paul Robeson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #966 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 191 Paul Robeson show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 165 students, PS 191 Paul Robeson is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, PS 191 Paul Robeson sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
73% of students at PS 191 Paul Robeson 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 191 Paul Robeson — Students at PS 191 Paul Robeson score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How PS 191 Paul Robeson Compares
See how PS 191 Paul Robeson performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1600 PARK PL, Brooklyn, NY 11233
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 191 Paul Robeson may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 770 NEW AMERICAN ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PS 40 GEORGE W CARVER (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 189 BILINGUAL CENTER (THE) (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MS 394 Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 2.8 |
| EXPLORE EMPOWER CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 335 GRANVILLE T WOODS Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| BROOKLYN GREEN SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| DR JACQUELINE PEEK-DAVIS SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| RONALD EDMONDS LEARNING CENTER II Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| BROWNSVILLE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| ASPIRATIONS DIPLOMA PLUS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| NEW VISIONS AIM CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL I Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 189 BILINGUAL CENTER (THE) Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| BROWNSVILLE ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 398 WALTER WEAVER Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| PS 770 NEW AMERICAN ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 40 GEORGE W CARVER Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 156 WAVERLY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| IS 392 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 21 CRISPUS ATTUCKS Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 178 SAINT CLAIR MCKELWAY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| BOYS AND GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| RESEARCH AND SERVICE HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11233 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,034
Median Home Value
$1,013,000
Median Rent
$1,613/mo
Population
82,711
College Educated
32.5%
Homeownership
23.1%
Avg Commute
40.8 min
Poverty Rate
23.6%
Median Age
35.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALDEN PLACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Millbrook, NY | 7.7 |
| BRIARWOOD SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.7 |
| BROOKVIEW SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.7 |
| DIMITRIOS & GEORGIA KALOIDIS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.7 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Hicksville, NY | 7.7 |
| PANAMA K-6 SCHOOL Panama, NY | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 191 Paul Robeson
What grades does PS 191 Paul Robeson serve?
PS 191 Paul Robeson serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 191 Paul Robeson?
PS 191 Paul Robeson has an enrollment of approximately 165 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 191 Paul Robeson?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 191 Paul Robeson is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 191 Paul Robeson rank in NY?
PS 191 Paul Robeson ranks #966 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 191 Paul Robeson's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 191 Paul Robeson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 191 Paul Robeson?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 191 Paul Robeson has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 191 Paul Robeson a charter school?
No, PS 191 Paul Robeson is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 191 Paul Robeson a Title I school?
No, PS 191 Paul Robeson is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 191 Paul Robeson?
95.2% of students at PS 191 Paul Robeson 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
- 165
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 72.7%
- Phone
- (718) 756-1206
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17- District Enrollment
- 17,805
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #6 of 49
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