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#1949 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 41% in state
PS 209 Margaret Mead
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
2609 E 7TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11235
Enrollment
719
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
719
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,949 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#245 of 570
public schools
In district
#21 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
Equity
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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PS 209 Margaret Mead
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 209 Margaret Mead
PS 209 Margaret Mead is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21. PS 209 Margaret Mead serves approximately 719 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 209 Margaret Mead has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,949 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 209 Margaret Mead show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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PS 209 Margaret Mead — Students at PS 209 Margaret Mead score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 40 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 209 Margaret Mead Compares
See how PS 209 Margaret Mead performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2609 E 7TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11235
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 209 Margaret Mead may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 253 (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 100 CONEY ISLAND SCHOOL (THE) (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 254 DAG HAMMARSKJOLD (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILLIAM E GRADY CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| AHI EZER YESHIVA SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| YESHIVAT MAGEN ABRAHAM Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 253 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| ABRAHAM LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| IS 98 BAY ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| YESHIVAT DARCHE ERES BOYS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| PS 771 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| PS 225 EILEEN E ZAGLIN (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 216 ARTURO TOSCANINI Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| SHULAMITH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 254 DAG HAMMARSKJOLD Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| ST MARK CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| RACHEL CARSON HIGH SCHOOL FOR COASTAL STUDIES Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| IS 303 HERBERT S EISENBERG Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| CONEY ISLAND PREPARATORY PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 370 Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 100 CONEY ISLAND SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 153 HOMECREST Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
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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| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST APOLLO CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.7 |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yorktown Heights, NY | 6.7 |
| COMMUNITY ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.7 |
| DREXEL AVENUE SCHOOL Westbury, NY | 6.7 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MICROSOCIETY SCHOOL Yonkers, NY | 6.7 |
| EXPLORE EXCEL CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 209 Margaret Mead
What grades does PS 209 Margaret Mead serve?
PS 209 Margaret Mead serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend PS 209 Margaret Mead?
PS 209 Margaret Mead has an enrollment of approximately 719 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 209 Margaret Mead?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 209 Margaret Mead is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 209 Margaret Mead rank in NY?
PS 209 Margaret Mead ranks #1,949 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 209 Margaret Mead's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 209 Margaret Mead has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 209 Margaret Mead?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 209 Margaret Mead has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 209 Margaret Mead a charter school?
No, PS 209 Margaret Mead is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 209 Margaret Mead a Title I school?
No, PS 209 Margaret Mead is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 209 Margaret Mead?
79.7% of students at PS 209 Margaret Mead 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
- 719
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.4%
- Phone
- (718) 743-1954
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21- District Enrollment
- 34,525
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #21 of 40
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