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#4703 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 243 Weeksville School (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16
1580 DEAN ST, Brooklyn, NY 11213
Enrollment
165
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
165
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,703 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#564 of 570
public schools
In district
#23 of 23
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16
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PS 243 Weeksville School (the)
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 243 Weeksville School (the)
PS 243 Weeksville School (the) is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16. PS 243 Weeksville School (the) serves approximately 165 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 243 Weeksville School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,703 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 243 Weeksville School (the) show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 165 students, PS 243 Weeksville School (the) is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, PS 243 Weeksville School (the) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
79% of students at PS 243 Weeksville School (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
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PS 243 Weeksville School (the) — Students at PS 243 Weeksville School (the) score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.9/10.
How PS 243 Weeksville School (the) Compares
See how PS 243 Weeksville School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1580 DEAN ST, Brooklyn, NY 11213
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 243 Weeksville School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL - CSD 13.2 (rated 9.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKLYN BROWNSTONE SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW BRIDGES ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,040
Median Home Value
$1,184,400
Median Rent
$1,607/mo
Population
69,630
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
15.5%
Avg Commute
43.4 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
34.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 243 Weeksville School (the)
What grades does PS 243 Weeksville School (the) serve?
PS 243 Weeksville School (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 243 Weeksville School (the)?
PS 243 Weeksville School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 165 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 243 Weeksville School (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 243 Weeksville School (the) is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 243 Weeksville School (the) rank in NY?
PS 243 Weeksville School (the) ranks #4,703 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 243 Weeksville School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
PS 243 Weeksville School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 243 Weeksville School (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 243 Weeksville School (the) has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 243 Weeksville School (the) a charter school?
No, PS 243 Weeksville School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 243 Weeksville School (the) a Title I school?
No, PS 243 Weeksville School (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 243 Weeksville School (the)?
96.4% of students at PS 243 Weeksville School (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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 165
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 78.8%
- Phone
- (718) 604-6909
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16- District Enrollment
- 5,827
- Schools in District
- 23
- District Rank
- #23 of 23
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