Below Average
#3699 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 208 Elsa Ebeling
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18
4801 AVE D, Brooklyn, NY 11203
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,699 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#450 of 570
public schools
In district
#29 of 33
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18
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PS 208 Elsa Ebeling
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 208 Elsa Ebeling
PS 208 Elsa Ebeling is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18. PS 208 Elsa Ebeling serves approximately 266 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 208 Elsa Ebeling has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,699 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 208 Elsa Ebeling show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at PS 208 Elsa Ebeling 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 208 Elsa Ebeling — Students at PS 208 Elsa Ebeling score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.
How PS 208 Elsa Ebeling Compares
See how PS 208 Elsa Ebeling performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4801 AVE D, Brooklyn, NY 11203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 208 Elsa Ebeling may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EBENEZER PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FLATBUSH SDA SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 109 (rated 6.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST CATHERINE GENOA-ST THERESE LISIEU Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| ST CATHERINE GENOA-ST THERESE LISIEU Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| EBENEZER PREPARATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| GREAT OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| PS 109 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 244 RICHARD R GREEN Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| BROOKLYN SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 198 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| IVY HILL PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| NAZARETH REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| KURT HAHN EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| IT TAKES A VILLAGE ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| CULTURAL ACADEMY FOR THE ARTS AND SCIENCES Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| PS 135 SHELDON A BROOKNER Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| IS 285 MEYER LEVIN Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| FLATBUSH SDA SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| BATTALION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| BROOKLYN JESUIT PREP Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 251 PAERDEGAT Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| BRYANS EDUCATIONAL CENTER Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,028
Median Home Value
$677,700
Median Rent
$1,566/mo
Population
76,853
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
39.4%
Avg Commute
46 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
43.2
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABRAM LANSING SCHOOL Cohoes, NY | 4.8 |
| CHENANGO BRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 4.8 |
| ELIZABETH CADY STANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seneca Falls, NY | 4.8 |
| GREGORY JOCKO JACKSON-SPORTS-ARTS Brooklyn, NY | 4.8 |
| JOSEPH B RADEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richmondville, NY | 4.8 |
| LEIGHTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oswego, NY | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 208 Elsa Ebeling
What grades does PS 208 Elsa Ebeling serve?
PS 208 Elsa Ebeling serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 208 Elsa Ebeling?
PS 208 Elsa Ebeling has an enrollment of approximately 266 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 208 Elsa Ebeling?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 208 Elsa Ebeling is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 208 Elsa Ebeling rank in NY?
PS 208 Elsa Ebeling ranks #3,699 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 208 Elsa Ebeling's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 208 Elsa Ebeling has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 208 Elsa Ebeling?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 208 Elsa Ebeling has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 208 Elsa Ebeling a charter school?
No, PS 208 Elsa Ebeling is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 208 Elsa Ebeling a Title I school?
No, PS 208 Elsa Ebeling is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 208 Elsa Ebeling?
85.3% of students at PS 208 Elsa Ebeling 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
- 266
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.4%
- Phone
- (718) 629-1670
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18- District Enrollment
- 11,223
- Schools in District
- 34
- District Rank
- #29 of 33
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