Average
#2291 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 48% in state
PS 244 Richard R Green
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18
5404 TILDEN AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11203
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,291 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#298 of 570
public schools
In district
#15 of 33
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18
Equity
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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PS 244 Richard R Green
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About PS 244 Richard R Green
PS 244 Richard R Green is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18. PS 244 Richard R Green serves approximately 320 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 244 Richard R Green has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,291 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 244 Richard R Green show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, PS 244 Richard R Green sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
53% of students at PS 244 Richard R Green 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 244 Richard R Green — Students at PS 244 Richard R Green score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.9%
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: 6.9/10.
How PS 244 Richard R Green Compares
See how PS 244 Richard R Green performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5404 TILDEN AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 244 Richard R Green may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EBENEZER PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is FLATBUSH SDA SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 268 EMMA LAZARUS (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,028
Median Home Value
$677,700
Median Rent
$1,566/mo
Population
76,853
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
39.4%
Avg Commute
46 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
43.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 244 Richard R Green
What grades does PS 244 Richard R Green serve?
PS 244 Richard R Green serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 244 Richard R Green?
PS 244 Richard R Green has an enrollment of approximately 320 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 244 Richard R Green?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 244 Richard R Green is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 244 Richard R Green rank in NY?
PS 244 Richard R Green ranks #2,291 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 244 Richard R Green's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 244 Richard R Green has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 244 Richard R Green?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 244 Richard R Green has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 244 Richard R Green a charter school?
No, PS 244 Richard R Green is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 244 Richard R Green a Title I school?
No, PS 244 Richard R Green is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 244 Richard R Green?
85.9% of students at PS 244 Richard R Green 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
- 320
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.4%
- Phone
- (718) 346-6240
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18- District Enrollment
- 11,223
- Schools in District
- 34
- District Rank
- #15 of 33
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