Below Average
#3629 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 257 John F Hylan
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14
60 COOK ST, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,629 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#443 of 570
public schools
In district
#29 of 38
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14
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About PS 257 John F Hylan
PS 257 John F Hylan is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14. PS 257 John F Hylan serves approximately 474 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 257 John F Hylan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,629 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 257 John F Hylan show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
62% of students at PS 257 John F Hylan 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 257 John F Hylan — Students at PS 257 John F Hylan score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.2%
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: 5.4/10.
How PS 257 John F Hylan Compares
See how PS 257 John F Hylan performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
60 COOK ST, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 257 John F Hylan 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 297 ABRAHAM STOCKTON (rated 6.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BED STUY 2 (rated 6.4/10, 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 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 257 John F Hylan
What grades does PS 257 John F Hylan serve?
PS 257 John F Hylan serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 257 John F Hylan?
PS 257 John F Hylan has an enrollment of approximately 474 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 257 John F Hylan?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 257 John F Hylan is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 257 John F Hylan rank in NY?
PS 257 John F Hylan ranks #3,629 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 257 John F Hylan's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 257 John F Hylan 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 257 John F Hylan?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 257 John F Hylan has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 257 John F Hylan a charter school?
No, PS 257 John F Hylan is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 257 John F Hylan a Title I school?
No, PS 257 John F Hylan is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 257 John F Hylan?
93.2% of students at PS 257 John F Hylan 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
- 474
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.4%
- Phone
- (718) 384-7128
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14- District Enrollment
- 15,196
- Schools in District
- 38
- District Rank
- #29 of 38
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