Average
#2040 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 43% in state
PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
87 BAY 49TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11214
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,040 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#264 of 570
public schools
In district
#22 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody
PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21. PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody serves approximately 576 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,040 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody 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 212 Lady Deborah Moody — Students at PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 7.5/10.
How PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody Compares
See how PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
87 BAY 49TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 101 VERRAZANO (THE) (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 95 GRAVESEND (THE) (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 2 (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,286
Median Home Value
$1,007,400
Median Rent
$1,710/mo
Population
88,994
College Educated
32.4%
Homeownership
33.9%
Avg Commute
45.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
41.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody
What grades does PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody serve?
PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody?
PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody has an enrollment of approximately 576 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody rank in NY?
PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody ranks #2,040 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 212 Lady Deborah Moody?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody a charter school?
No, PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody a Title I school?
No, PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody?
86.1% of students at PS 212 Lady Deborah Moody 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
- 576
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.0%
- Phone
- (718) 266-4841
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21- District Enrollment
- 34,525
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #22 of 40
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