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#3105 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 24
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
427 38TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11232
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,105 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#385 of 570
public schools
In district
#42 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
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PS 24
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 24
PS 24 is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15. PS 24 serves approximately 542 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 24 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,105 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 24 show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at PS 24 sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
39% of students at PS 24 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 24 — Students at PS 24 score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.5%
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: 6.1/10.
How PS 24 Compares
See how PS 24 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
427 38TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11232
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 24 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 94 HENRY LONGFELLOW (THE) (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 172 BEACON SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEEP DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 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 371 LILLIAN L RASHKIS Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 3.5 |
| PS 958 Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| SUNSET PARK HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| IS 136 CHARLES O DEWEY Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| SUNSET PARK PREP Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| SUNSET PARK AVENUES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 172 BEACON SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| PS 169 SUNSET PARK Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 1 BERGEN (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| SCHOOL OF CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION (THE) Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 94 HENRY LONGFELLOW (THE) Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| JHS 220 JOHN J PERSHING Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| LEEP DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| BNOS MARGULIA VIZNITZ - DBA OF YESHIVA IMREI CHAIM Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| AL-NOOR SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| YESHIVA & MESIFTA VIYOEL MOSHE Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| SHEMA KOLAINU-HEAR OUR VOICES Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | — |
| WEST BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| HELLENIC CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| PS 131 Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11232 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,517
Median Home Value
$782,500
Median Rent
$1,972/mo
Population
26,681
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
24.2%
Avg Commute
42 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
36.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ALEXANDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alexander, NY | 5.5 |
| ANNUNCIATION SCHOOL Tuckahoe, NY | 5.5 |
| AQUEBOGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aquebogue, NY | 5.5 |
| BARTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue, NY | 5.5 |
| BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue, NY | 5.5 |
| BENJAMIN TURNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Mount Vernon, NY | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 24
What grades does PS 24 serve?
PS 24 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 24?
PS 24 has an enrollment of approximately 542 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 24?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 24 is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 24 rank in NY?
PS 24 ranks #3,105 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 24's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 24 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 24?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 24 has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 24 a charter school?
No, PS 24 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 24 a Title I school?
No, PS 24 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 24?
91.5% of students at PS 24 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
- 542
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.6%
- Phone
- (718) 832-9366
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15- District Enrollment
- 26,808
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #42 of 49
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