Average
#2015 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 43% in state
PS 261 Zipporiah Mills
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
314 PACIFIC ST, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Enrollment
591
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
591
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,015 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#250 of 570
public schools
In district
#37 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About PS 261 Zipporiah Mills
PS 261 Zipporiah Mills is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15. PS 261 Zipporiah Mills serves approximately 591 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 261 Zipporiah Mills has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,015 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 261 Zipporiah Mills show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at PS 261 Zipporiah Mills 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 261 Zipporiah Mills — Students at PS 261 Zipporiah Mills score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.3%
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: 7.1/10.
How PS 261 Zipporiah Mills Compares
See how PS 261 Zipporiah Mills performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
314 PACIFIC ST, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 261 Zipporiah Mills may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. A FANTIS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKLYN RISE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 38 PACIFIC (THE) (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$169,285
Median Home Value
$1,131,700
Median Rent
$3,207/mo
Population
69,251
College Educated
79.2%
Homeownership
35.5%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
35.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 261 Zipporiah Mills
What grades does PS 261 Zipporiah Mills serve?
PS 261 Zipporiah Mills serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 261 Zipporiah Mills?
PS 261 Zipporiah Mills has an enrollment of approximately 591 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 261 Zipporiah Mills?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 261 Zipporiah Mills is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 261 Zipporiah Mills rank in NY?
PS 261 Zipporiah Mills ranks #2,015 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 261 Zipporiah Mills's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 261 Zipporiah Mills has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 261 Zipporiah Mills?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 261 Zipporiah Mills has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 261 Zipporiah Mills a charter school?
No, PS 261 Zipporiah Mills is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 261 Zipporiah Mills a Title I school?
No, PS 261 Zipporiah Mills is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 261 Zipporiah Mills?
31.3% of students at PS 261 Zipporiah Mills 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
- 591
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.8%
- Phone
- (718) 330-9275
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15- District Enrollment
- 26,808
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #37 of 49
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