Below Average
#3623 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 239
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
17-15 WEIRFIELD ST, Ridgewood, NY 11385
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,623 of 4,742
In Ridgewood
#5 of 9
public schools
In district
#47 of 56
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
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PS 239
Elementary School in Ridgewood · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 239
PS 239 is a public elementary school in Ridgewood, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24. PS 239 serves approximately 410 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 239 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,623 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 239 show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at PS 239 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 239 — Students at PS 239 score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.6%
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: 5.3/10.
How PS 239 Compares
See how PS 239 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
17-15 WEIRFIELD ST, Ridgewood, NY 11385
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 239 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BUSHWICK ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MATTHIAS CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST BRIGID SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ridgewood, see our Ridgewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11385 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,365
Median Home Value
$842,800
Median Rent
$1,959/mo
Population
103,865
College Educated
34.1%
Homeownership
30.3%
Avg Commute
43.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
36.1
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ALLEN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Syracuse, NY | 4.9 |
| BELLE SHERMAN SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 4.9 |
| BGLIG-SHIRLEY RODRIGUEZ-REMENESKI CS Bronx, NY | 4.9 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN Bronx, NY | 4.9 |
| CARROLL HILL SCHOOL Troy, NY | 4.9 |
| CHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chester, NY | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 239
What grades does PS 239 serve?
PS 239 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 239?
PS 239 has an enrollment of approximately 410 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 239?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 239 is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 239 rank in NY?
PS 239 ranks #3,623 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 239's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 239 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 239?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 239 has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 239 a charter school?
No, PS 239 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 239 a Title I school?
No, PS 239 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 239?
87.6% of students at PS 239 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
- 410
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.0%
- Phone
- (718) 417-2840
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24- District Enrollment
- 50,843
- Schools in District
- 57
- District Rank
- #47 of 56
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