Average
#2212 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 47% in state
PS 203 Floyd Bennett School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
5101 AVE M, Brooklyn, NY 11234
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,212 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#291 of 570
public schools
In district
#19 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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PS 203 Floyd Bennett School
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 203 Floyd Bennett School
PS 203 Floyd Bennett School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22. PS 203 Floyd Bennett School serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 203 Floyd Bennett School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,212 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 203 Floyd Bennett School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at PS 203 Floyd Bennett School 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 203 Floyd Bennett School — Students at PS 203 Floyd Bennett School score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 7.7/10.
How PS 203 Floyd Bennett School Compares
See how PS 203 Floyd Bennett School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5101 AVE M, Brooklyn, NY 11234
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 203 Floyd Bennett School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 236 MILL BASIN (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 222 KATHERINE R SNYDER (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 109 (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 326 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 207 ELIZABETH G LEARY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 251 PAERDEGAT Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| MIDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| MIDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| JHS 78 ROY H MANN Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BERGEN BEACH Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 119 AMERSFORT Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| YESHIVAH OF CROWN HEIGHTS Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE AND EQUITY Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| BROOKLYN BRIDGE ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| BROOKLYN THEATRE ARTS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| VICTORY COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| ACADEMY FOR CONSERVATION AND THE ENVIRONMENT Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| PS 236 MILL BASIN Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 222 KATHERINE R SNYDER Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| ST BERNARD CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| PS 109 Brooklyn | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| GREAT OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11234 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,434
Median Home Value
$746,800
Median Rent
$1,771/mo
Population
87,778
College Educated
38.8%
Homeownership
67.3%
Avg Commute
46.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
43.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOLD CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.4 |
| CHERRY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Sayville, NY | 6.4 |
| COMO PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster, NY | 6.4 |
| DELEVAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delevan, NY | 6.4 |
| EVANS MILLS PRIMARY SCHOOL Evans Mills, NY | 6.4 |
| FRICANO PRIMARY SCHOOL Lockport, NY | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 203 Floyd Bennett School
What grades does PS 203 Floyd Bennett School serve?
PS 203 Floyd Bennett School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 203 Floyd Bennett School?
PS 203 Floyd Bennett School has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 203 Floyd Bennett School?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 203 Floyd Bennett School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 203 Floyd Bennett School rank in NY?
PS 203 Floyd Bennett School ranks #2,212 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 203 Floyd Bennett School's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 203 Floyd Bennett School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 203 Floyd Bennett School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 203 Floyd Bennett School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 203 Floyd Bennett School a charter school?
No, PS 203 Floyd Bennett School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 203 Floyd Bennett School a Title I school?
No, PS 203 Floyd Bennett School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 203 Floyd Bennett School?
78.6% of students at PS 203 Floyd Bennett School 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
- 490
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.4%
- Phone
- (718) 241-8488
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22- District Enrollment
- 31,726
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #19 of 40
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