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#2823 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
1100 NEWKIRK AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11230
Enrollment
918
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
918
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,823 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#361 of 570
public schools
In district
#28 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
Equity
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School
PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22. PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School serves approximately 918 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,823 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School 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 217 Colonel David Marcus School — Students at PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83%
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: 6.2/10.
How PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School Compares
See how PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1100 NEWKIRK AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11230
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 134 (rated 8.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKLYN DREAMS CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 245 (rated 6.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BROOKLYN DREAMS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| BNOS YAAKOV Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| NESIVOS BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| YESHIVA BONIM LAMOKOM Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| CORTELYOU EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | — |
| JHS 62 DITMAS Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| PS 134 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.9 |
| UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY OF NEW YORK CITY Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 139 ALEXINE A FENTY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| THE PATHWAY STUDY CENTER INC Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| BROOKLYN SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| BETH JACOB DAY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| BAIS YAAKOV D'RAV MEIR HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| YESHIVAH OF FLATBUSH JOEL BRAVERMAN HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| MASORES BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| BAIS YAAKOV OF 18TH AVE Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 245 Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| MS 890 Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 99 ISAAC ASIMOV Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 889 Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11230 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,522
Median Home Value
$863,400
Median Rent
$1,734/mo
Population
88,252
College Educated
43.7%
Homeownership
29.7%
Avg Commute
40.5 min
Poverty Rate
19.1%
Median Age
36
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| BURR INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Commack, NY | 5.8 |
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| MARGETTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Monsey, NY | 5.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School
What grades does PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School serve?
PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School?
PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School has an enrollment of approximately 918 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School rank in NY?
PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School ranks #2,823 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 217 Colonel David Marcus School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School a charter school?
No, PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School a Title I school?
No, PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School?
83.0% of students at PS 217 Colonel David Marcus School 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
- 918
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.4%
- Phone
- (718) 434-6960
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22- District Enrollment
- 31,726
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #28 of 40
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