Very Good
#1479 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 31% in state
PS 195 Manhattan Beach
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
131 IRWIN ST, Brooklyn, NY 11235
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,479 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#175 of 570
public schools
In district
#10 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
Academic performance
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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PS 195 Manhattan Beach
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About PS 195 Manhattan Beach
PS 195 Manhattan Beach is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22. PS 195 Manhattan Beach serves approximately 381 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 195 Manhattan Beach has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,479 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 195 Manhattan Beach show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at PS 195 Manhattan Beach 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 195 Manhattan Beach — Students at PS 195 Manhattan Beach score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43%
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: 7.1/10.
How PS 195 Manhattan Beach Compares
See how PS 195 Manhattan Beach performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
131 IRWIN ST, Brooklyn, NY 11235
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 195 Manhattan Beach may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 253 (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 254 DAG HAMMARSKJOLD (rated 6.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST MARK CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 52 SHEEPSHEAD BAY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| LEON M GOLDSTEIN HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| YESHIVANT MEKOT HAIM Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| SHULAMITH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| ST MARK CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| IS 98 BAY ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 811 CONNIE LEKAS SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| PS 771 Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| PS 225 EILEEN E ZAGLIN (THE) Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| YESHIVAT MEKOR HAIM Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 254 DAG HAMMARSKJOLD Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| BROOKLYN AMITY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| JHS 14 SHELL BANK Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| ORIGINS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| PROFESSIONAL PATHWAYS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-FORT GREENE Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| NEW VISIONS CHTR HS-ADV MA/SCI III Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| LEV BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 206 JOSEPH F LAMB Brooklyn | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 253 Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11235 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,689
Median Home Value
$723,900
Median Rent
$1,649/mo
Population
81,958
College Educated
49.6%
Homeownership
37%
Avg Commute
42.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Median Age
47.2
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| ANNE HUTCHINSON SCHOOL Eastchester, NY | 7.2 |
| BOLIVAR ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chittenango, NY | 7.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 195 Manhattan Beach
What grades does PS 195 Manhattan Beach serve?
PS 195 Manhattan Beach serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 195 Manhattan Beach?
PS 195 Manhattan Beach has an enrollment of approximately 381 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 195 Manhattan Beach?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 195 Manhattan Beach is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 195 Manhattan Beach rank in NY?
PS 195 Manhattan Beach ranks #1,479 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 195 Manhattan Beach's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 195 Manhattan Beach has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 195 Manhattan Beach?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 195 Manhattan Beach has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 195 Manhattan Beach a charter school?
No, PS 195 Manhattan Beach is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 195 Manhattan Beach a Title I school?
No, PS 195 Manhattan Beach is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 195 Manhattan Beach?
43.0% of students at PS 195 Manhattan Beach 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
- 381
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.6%
- Phone
- (718) 648-9102
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22- District Enrollment
- 31,726
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #10 of 40
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