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#3548 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 196 Ten Eyck
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14
207 BUSHWICK AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,548 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#431 of 570
public schools
In district
#27 of 38
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14
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PS 196 Ten Eyck
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About PS 196 Ten Eyck
PS 196 Ten Eyck is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14. PS 196 Ten Eyck serves approximately 285 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 196 Ten Eyck has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,548 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 196 Ten Eyck show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
63% of students at PS 196 Ten Eyck 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 196 Ten Eyck — Students at PS 196 Ten Eyck score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 31 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: 5.9/10.
How PS 196 Ten Eyck Compares
See how PS 196 Ten Eyck performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
207 BUSHWICK AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 196 Ten Eyck may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 147 ISSAC REMSEN (rated 6.6/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 132 CONSELYEA SCHOOL (THE) (rated 6.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 250 GEORGE H LINDSAY (rated 4.9/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,280
Median Home Value
$822,100
Median Rent
$1,558/mo
Population
89,231
College Educated
36.3%
Homeownership
10.9%
Avg Commute
36.5 min
Poverty Rate
33.1%
Median Age
30.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 196 Ten Eyck
What grades does PS 196 Ten Eyck serve?
PS 196 Ten Eyck serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 196 Ten Eyck?
PS 196 Ten Eyck has an enrollment of approximately 285 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 196 Ten Eyck?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 196 Ten Eyck is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 196 Ten Eyck rank in NY?
PS 196 Ten Eyck ranks #3,548 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 196 Ten Eyck's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 196 Ten Eyck has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 196 Ten Eyck?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 196 Ten Eyck has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 196 Ten Eyck a charter school?
No, PS 196 Ten Eyck is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 196 Ten Eyck a Title I school?
No, PS 196 Ten Eyck is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 196 Ten Eyck?
83.5% of students at PS 196 Ten Eyck 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
- 285
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.8%
- Phone
- (718) 497-0139
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14- District Enrollment
- 15,196
- Schools in District
- 38
- District Rank
- #27 of 38
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