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#2923 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 214 Michael Friedsam
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
2944 PITKIN AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Enrollment
745
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
745
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,923 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#374 of 570
public schools
In district
#28 of 52
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
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PS 214 Michael Friedsam
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 214 Michael Friedsam
PS 214 Michael Friedsam is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19. PS 214 Michael Friedsam serves approximately 745 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 214 Michael Friedsam has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,923 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 214 Michael Friedsam show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
55% of students at PS 214 Michael Friedsam 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 214 Michael Friedsam — Students at PS 214 Michael Friedsam score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
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: 6.9/10.
How PS 214 Michael Friedsam Compares
See how PS 214 Michael Friedsam performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2944 PITKIN AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 214 Michael Friedsam may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CYPRESS HILLS ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 159 ISAAC PITKIN (rated 6.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DIVINE MERCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Ozone Park), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CYPRESS HILLS ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 159 ISAAC PITKIN Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| BROOKLYN SCHOLARS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 64 JOSEPH P ADDABBO Ozone Park | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| OUR WORLD NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL 2 Howard Beach | 0.5 mi | 2.7 |
| IS 171 ABRAHAM LINCOLN Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| HIGHLAND PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| PS 224 HALE A WOODRUFF Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| TRANSIT TECH CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| JHS 218 JAMES P SINNOTT Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| SCHOOL FOR CLASSICS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 938 Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| MS 935 Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| QUEENS EXPLORERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ozone Park | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| DIVINE MERCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Ozone Park | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 63 OLD SOUTH Ozone Park | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 232 LINDENWOOD Howard Beach | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Woodhaven | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 7 ABRAHAM LINCOLN Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,988
Median Home Value
$638,200
Median Rent
$1,563/mo
Population
106,901
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
25.9%
Avg Commute
45.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHESTNUT RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 5.7 |
| CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Utica, NY | 5.7 |
| CLAREMONT SCHOOL Ossining, NY | 5.7 |
| DREAM CHARTER SCHOOL MOTT HAVEN Bronx, NY | 5.7 |
| FAMILY SCHOOL 32 Yonkers, NY | 5.7 |
| MANETUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip, NY | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 214 Michael Friedsam
What grades does PS 214 Michael Friedsam serve?
PS 214 Michael Friedsam serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 214 Michael Friedsam?
PS 214 Michael Friedsam has an enrollment of approximately 745 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 214 Michael Friedsam?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 214 Michael Friedsam is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 214 Michael Friedsam rank in NY?
PS 214 Michael Friedsam ranks #2,923 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 214 Michael Friedsam's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 214 Michael Friedsam has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 214 Michael Friedsam?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 214 Michael Friedsam has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 214 Michael Friedsam a charter school?
No, PS 214 Michael Friedsam is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 214 Michael Friedsam a Title I school?
No, PS 214 Michael Friedsam is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 214 Michael Friedsam?
90.6% of students at PS 214 Michael Friedsam 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
- 745
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.8%
- Phone
- (718) 647-1740
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19- District Enrollment
- 19,963
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #28 of 52
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