Very Good
#894 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 19% in state
PS 236 Mill Basin
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
6302 AVE U, Brooklyn, NY 11234
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#894 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#97 of 570
public schools
In district
#6 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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PS 236 Mill Basin
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About PS 236 Mill Basin
PS 236 Mill Basin is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22. PS 236 Mill Basin serves approximately 562 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 236 Mill Basin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #894 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 236 Mill Basin show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at PS 236 Mill Basin 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 236 Mill Basin — Students at PS 236 Mill Basin score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.5%
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: 9.0/10.
How PS 236 Mill Basin Compares
See how PS 236 Mill Basin performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
6302 AVE U, Brooklyn, NY 11234
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 236 Mill Basin may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 312 BERGEN BEACH (rated 6.5/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is PS 203 FLOYD BENNETT SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YESHIVAH OF CROWN HEIGHTS Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 5.9 |
| HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| ST BERNARD CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| JHS 78 ROY H MANN Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BERGEN BEACH Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 312 BERGEN BEACH Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 203 FLOYD BENNETT SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| EISEK HATORAH D'RACHMISTRIVKA Brooklyn | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 207 ELIZABETH G LEARY Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE AND EQUITY Brooklyn | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| BROOKLYN BRIDGE ACADEMY Brooklyn | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| BROOKLYN THEATRE ARTS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| VICTORY COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| ACADEMY FOR CONSERVATION AND THE ENVIRONMENT Brooklyn | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| PS 276 LOUIS MARSHALL Brooklyn | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 251 PAERDEGAT Brooklyn | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| IS 68 ISAAC BILDERSEE Brooklyn | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| PS 326 Brooklyn | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| MIDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| MIDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11234 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,434
Median Home Value
$746,800
Median Rent
$1,771/mo
Population
87,778
College Educated
38.8%
Homeownership
67.3%
Avg Commute
46.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
43.3
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|---|---|
| ALBANY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Massapequa, NY | 7.8 |
| ALLEN CREEK SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.8 |
| CAMPBELL-SAVONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Savona, NY | 7.8 |
| EAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar, NY | 7.8 |
| EMILY WARREN ROEBLING SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 7.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 236 Mill Basin
What grades does PS 236 Mill Basin serve?
PS 236 Mill Basin serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 236 Mill Basin?
PS 236 Mill Basin has an enrollment of approximately 562 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 236 Mill Basin?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 236 Mill Basin is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 236 Mill Basin rank in NY?
PS 236 Mill Basin ranks #894 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 236 Mill Basin's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 236 Mill Basin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 236 Mill Basin?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 236 Mill Basin has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 236 Mill Basin a charter school?
No, PS 236 Mill Basin is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 236 Mill Basin a Title I school?
No, PS 236 Mill Basin is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 236 Mill Basin?
42.5% of students at PS 236 Mill Basin 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
- 562
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.1%
- Phone
- (718) 444-6969
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22- District Enrollment
- 31,726
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #6 of 40
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