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PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the)

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21

1075 OCEANVIEW AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11235

Enrollment

1,002

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,930 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#377 of 570

public schools

In district

#29 of 40

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21

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PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the)

5.7/10

Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the)

PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the) is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21. PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the) serves approximately 1,002 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,930 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the) show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

56% of students at PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the) 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-19.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.8 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Chronic Absenteeism55.7%

PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the) — Students at PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the) score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
40.8% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 43.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.1% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 40 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
89%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
45%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
26%
ELA
23%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
56.6%
ELA
51.9%
2022
Math
34.3%
ELA
41.1%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the) Compares

See how PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in NY
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
91 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
55.7%

Location

1075 OCEANVIEW AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11235

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 253 (rated 8.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 195 MANHATTAN BEACH (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 100 CONEY ISLAND SCHOOL (THE) (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 771 Brooklyn 0.0 mi 3.8
SHULAMITH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn 0.1 mi 5.9
IS 98 BAY ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.7
PS 253 Brooklyn 0.3 mi 8.4
WILLIAM E GRADY CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.1
PS 209 MARGARET MEAD Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.7
ST MARK CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.2
PS 254 DAG HAMMARSKJOLD Brooklyn 0.8 mi 6.6
ABRAHAM LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.7 mi 7.0
PS 195 MANHATTAN BEACH Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.2
YESHIVAT MAGEN ABRAHAM Brooklyn 0.8 mi 6.5
AHI EZER YESHIVA SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.8 mi 5.8
PS 370 Brooklyn 0.7 mi 4.5
PS 100 CONEY ISLAND SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.8 mi 6.9
YESHIVAT DARCHE ERES BOYS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 1.1 mi 3.3
YESHIVANT MEKOT HAIM Brooklyn 0.9 mi 5.5
RACHEL CARSON HIGH SCHOOL FOR COASTAL STUDIES Brooklyn 0.9 mi 7.9
IS 303 HERBERT S EISENBERG Brooklyn 0.9 mi 5.7
CONEY ISLAND PREPARATORY PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.9 mi 5.8
PS 216 ARTURO TOSCANINI Brooklyn 1.0 mi 5.8

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the)

What grades does PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the) serve?

PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the)?

PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the) has an enrollment of approximately 1,002 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the) is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the) rank in NY?

PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the) ranks #2,930 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the) 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 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the) has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the) a charter school?

No, PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the) a Title I school?

No, PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the)?

89.2% of students at PS 225 Eileen E Zaglin (the) 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
96 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
81 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
1,002
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
91
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
55.7%

District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
District Enrollment
34,525
Schools in District
40
District Rank
#29 of 40

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