Average
#3215 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 206 Joseph F Lamb
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
2200 GRAVESEND NECK RD, Brooklyn, NY 11229
Enrollment
1,534
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,534
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,215 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#408 of 570
public schools
In district
#32 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
Equity
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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PS 206 Joseph F Lamb
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About PS 206 Joseph F Lamb
PS 206 Joseph F Lamb is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22. PS 206 Joseph F Lamb serves approximately 1,534 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 206 Joseph F Lamb has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,215 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 206 Joseph F Lamb show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at PS 206 Joseph F Lamb 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 206 Joseph F Lamb — Students at PS 206 Joseph F Lamb score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 39 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: 4.4/10.
How PS 206 Joseph F Lamb Compares
See how PS 206 Joseph F Lamb performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2200 GRAVESEND NECK RD, Brooklyn, NY 11229
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 206 Joseph F Lamb may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WINDMILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 254 DAG HAMMARSKJOLD (rated 6.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARK CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST EDMUND PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| ST EDMUND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| YESHIVAT MEKOR HAIM Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| LEV BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 254 DAG HAMMARSKJOLD Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| YESHIVANT MEKOT HAIM Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| ST MARK CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| JHS 234 ARTHUR W CUNNINGHAM Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 255 BARBARA REING SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| WINDMILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| JHS 14 SHELL BANK Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 811 CONNIE LEKAS SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| PROSPECT PARK BNOS LEAH HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| PS 153 HOMECREST Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| YESHIVAT DARCHE ERES BOYS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| ORIGINS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| PROFESSIONAL PATHWAYS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-FORT GREENE Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| NEW VISIONS CHTR HS-ADV MA/SCI III Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| JAMES MADISON HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11229 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,556
Median Home Value
$812,200
Median Rent
$1,666/mo
Population
79,802
College Educated
41.3%
Homeownership
47%
Avg Commute
43.7 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
42.5
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| PS 86 KINGSBRIDGE HEIGHTS Bronx, NY | 5.5 |
| VICTOR INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Victor, NY | 5.6 |
| PS 89 JOSE PERALTA SCHOOL OF DREAMERS (THE) Elmhurst, NY | 5.2 |
| PS 225 EILEEN E ZAGLIN (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 5.7 |
| CHARLES A MULLIGAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip, NY | 5.1 |
| PS 13 CLEMENT C MOORE Elmhurst, NY | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 206 Joseph F Lamb
What grades does PS 206 Joseph F Lamb serve?
PS 206 Joseph F Lamb serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend PS 206 Joseph F Lamb?
PS 206 Joseph F Lamb has an enrollment of approximately 1,534 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 206 Joseph F Lamb?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 206 Joseph F Lamb is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 206 Joseph F Lamb rank in NY?
PS 206 Joseph F Lamb ranks #3,215 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 206 Joseph F Lamb's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 206 Joseph F Lamb has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 206 Joseph F Lamb?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 206 Joseph F Lamb has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 206 Joseph F Lamb a charter school?
No, PS 206 Joseph F Lamb is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 206 Joseph F Lamb a Title I school?
No, PS 206 Joseph F Lamb is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 206 Joseph F Lamb?
73.2% of students at PS 206 Joseph F Lamb qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,534
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 112
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.5%
- Phone
- (718) 743-5598
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22- District Enrollment
- 31,726
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #32 of 40
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