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#3107 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 241 Emma L Johnston
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
976 PRESIDENT ST, Brooklyn, NY 11225
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,107 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#387 of 570
public schools
In district
#33 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
Equity
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About PS 241 Emma L Johnston
PS 241 Emma L Johnston is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17. PS 241 Emma L Johnston serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 241 Emma L Johnston has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,107 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 241 Emma L Johnston show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at PS 241 Emma L Johnston 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 241 Emma L Johnston — Students at PS 241 Emma L Johnston score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.3%
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: 6.3/10.
How PS 241 Emma L Johnston Compares
See how PS 241 Emma L Johnston performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
976 PRESIDENT ST, Brooklyn, NY 11225
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 241 Emma L Johnston may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 316 ELIJAH STROUD (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 9 SARAH SMITH GARNET SCHOOL (THE) (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EXPLORE EXCEED CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11225 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,201
Median Home Value
$1,218,300
Median Rent
$1,733/mo
Population
56,544
College Educated
48.1%
Homeownership
18.4%
Avg Commute
42 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 241 Emma L Johnston
What grades does PS 241 Emma L Johnston serve?
PS 241 Emma L Johnston serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 241 Emma L Johnston?
PS 241 Emma L Johnston has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 241 Emma L Johnston?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 241 Emma L Johnston is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 241 Emma L Johnston rank in NY?
PS 241 Emma L Johnston ranks #3,107 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 241 Emma L Johnston's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 241 Emma L Johnston 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 241 Emma L Johnston?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 241 Emma L Johnston has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 241 Emma L Johnston a charter school?
No, PS 241 Emma L Johnston is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 241 Emma L Johnston a Title I school?
No, PS 241 Emma L Johnston is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 241 Emma L Johnston?
74.3% of students at PS 241 Emma L Johnston 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
- 369
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.0%
- Phone
- (718) 636-4725
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17- District Enrollment
- 17,805
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #33 of 49
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