Excellent
#595 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 13% in state
PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
4715 18TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11204
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#595 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#55 of 570
public schools
In district
#19 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the)
PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the) is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20. PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the) serves approximately 567 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #595 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the) show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
36% of students at PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (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
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PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the) — Students at PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the) score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 40 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: 9.3/10.
How PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the) Compares
See how PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4715 18TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 134 (rated 8.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SEEALL ACADEMY (THE) (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 164 CAESAR RODNEY (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BAIS YAAKOV OF 18TH AVE Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| YESHIVA & MESIFTA CHASAN SOFER Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| TALMUD TORAH IMREI CHAIM Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| BAIS YAAKOV D'RAV MEIR HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| BETH JACOB DAY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| YESHIVA KARLIN STOLIN Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 121 NELSON A ROCKEFELLER Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| JHS 223 MONTAUK (THE) Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND EMPOWERMENT Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY OF NEW YORK CITY Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 134 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.9 |
| BARKAI FOUNDATION INC. Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| FRANKLIN DELANO ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| YESHIVA & MISIVTA TIFERES ELIMELECH Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| TALMUD TORAH OF BOBOV 45 Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| NESIVOS BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| BNOS YAAKOV Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| SEEALL ACADEMY (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 231 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| PS 164 CAESAR RODNEY Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the)
What grades does PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the) serve?
PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the)?
PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the) has an enrollment of approximately 567 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the) is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the) rank in NY?
PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the) ranks #595 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the) has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the) a charter school?
No, PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the) a Title I school?
No, PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (the)?
89.4% of students at PS 192 Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry (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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 567
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.2%
- Phone
- (718) 633-3061
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20- District Enrollment
- 46,673
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #19 of 45
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