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#3628 of 4,742 schools in NY

PS 250 George H Lindsay

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14

108 MONTROSE AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11206

Enrollment

256

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,628 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#442 of 570

public schools

In district

#28 of 38

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14

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PS 250 George H Lindsay

4.9/10

Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.8/10

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About PS 250 George H Lindsay

PS 250 George H Lindsay is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14. PS 250 George H Lindsay serves approximately 256 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 250 George H Lindsay has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,628 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 250 George H Lindsay show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

70% of students at PS 250 George H Lindsay 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-12.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-33.2 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment2.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Chronic Absenteeism69.5%

PS 250 George H Lindsay — Students at PS 250 George H Lindsay score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

88.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 36.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
90%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
25%
ELA
24%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
69.5%
ELA
49.5%
2021*
Math
65.1%
ELA
43.4%
2022
Math
41.3%
ELA
27.7%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How PS 250 George H Lindsay Compares

See how PS 250 George H Lindsay performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
24th percentile in NY
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
2.7/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
69.5%

Location

108 MONTROSE AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11206

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 250 George H Lindsay may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 147 ISSAC REMSEN (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 132 CONSELYEA SCHOOL (THE) (rated 6.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 196 TEN EYCK (rated 5.0/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi
School Distance Rating
BROWNSVILLE COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.1 mi 2.1
WILLIAMSBURG HIGH SCHOOL OF ART AND TECHNOLOGY (THE) Brooklyn 0.2 mi 7.1
BROOKLYN LATIN SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.2 mi 8.3
LYONS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 5.3
PS 18 EDWARD BUSH Brooklyn 0.3 mi 2.5
IS 318 EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.1
PS 257 JOHN F HYLAN Brooklyn 0.3 mi 4.9
PS 196 TEN EYCK Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.0
MS 582 Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.0
PS 147 ISSAC REMSEN Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.6
YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.4
TALMUD TORAH OF KASHO Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.2
BNOS YAAKOV EDUCATIONAL CENTER Brooklyn 0.4 mi 3.9
PROGRESS HIGH SCHOOL FOR PROFESSIONAL CAREERS Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.9
EAST WILLIAMSBURG SCHOLARS ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.8
HIGH SCHOOL FOR ENTERPRISE BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY (THE) Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.4
OHEL CHAYZ DBA TIFERES MORDECHEI CENTER FOR INTERG Brooklyn 0.5 mi 4.7
PS 373 BROOKLYN TRANSITION CENTER Brooklyn 0.5 mi 3.9
PS 132 CONSELYEA SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.3
CONSELYEA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,280

Median Home Value

$822,100

Median Rent

$1,558/mo

Population

89,231

College Educated

36.3%

Homeownership

10.9%

Avg Commute

36.5 min

Poverty Rate

33.1%

Median Age

30.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 250 George H Lindsay

What grades does PS 250 George H Lindsay serve?

PS 250 George H Lindsay serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 250 George H Lindsay?

PS 250 George H Lindsay has an enrollment of approximately 256 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 250 George H Lindsay?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 250 George H Lindsay is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 250 George H Lindsay rank in NY?

PS 250 George H Lindsay ranks #3,628 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 250 George H Lindsay's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 250 George H Lindsay 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 250 George H Lindsay?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 250 George H Lindsay has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 250 George H Lindsay a charter school?

No, PS 250 George H Lindsay is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 250 George H Lindsay a Title I school?

No, PS 250 George H Lindsay is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 250 George H Lindsay?

88.3% of students at PS 250 George H Lindsay 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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Walk Score
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Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
92 Biker’s Paradise

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How does PS 250 George H Lindsay stack up?

PS 361 EAST FLATBUSH EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL
5.8
PS 121 NELSON A ROCKEFELLER
7.5
PS 312 BERGEN BEACH
6.5
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
256
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
88.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
69.5%

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