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#317 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 7% in state

PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20

371 89TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11209

Enrollment

406

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#317 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#22 of 570

public schools

In district

#10 of 45

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts

8.5/10

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

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About PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts

PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20. PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #317 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.6
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change+1.58 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2022
TrendImproving
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+5.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+13.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Chronic Absenteeism29.6%

PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts — Students at PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.1% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 59.3% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2013
Math
54.5%
ELA
44.5%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
57.5%
ELA
66.3%
2022
Math
58.6%
ELA
57.9%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts Compares

See how PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
93th percentile in NY
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.6%

Location

371 89TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11209

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 127 MCKINLEY PARK (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is RALPH A FABRIZIO SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 185 WALTER KASSENBROCK (rated 7.7/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
PS/IS 104 FORT HAMILTON SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.2 mi 7.0
BAY RIDGE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.0
PS 185 WALTER KASSENBROCK Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.7
DIMITRIOS & GEORGIA KALOIDIS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.7
VISITATION ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.0
ST PATRICK CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.2
BAY RIDGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.8
POLY PREP COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.0
FONTBONNE HALL ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.4
PS 127 MCKINLEY PARK Brooklyn 0.6 mi 8.6
FORT HAMILTON HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.7 mi 6.9
BAY RIDGE PREPATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.8 mi 4.2
PS 102 BAYVIEW (THE) Brooklyn 0.9 mi 7.5
LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF BAY RIDGE Brooklyn 0.9 mi 6.7
RALPH A FABRIZIO SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.9 mi 8.5
PS/IS 30 MARY WHITE OVINGTON Brooklyn 0.9 mi 6.1
ST EPHREM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.8 mi 5.5
GATEWAY CITY ACADEMY Brooklyn 1.1 mi 6.7
JHS 259 WILLIAM MCKINLEY Brooklyn 0.8 mi 8.3
MADELEINE BRENNAN SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.9 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,656

Median Home Value

$905,700

Median Rent

$1,857/mo

Population

70,756

College Educated

52.8%

Homeownership

35.8%

Avg Commute

44.6 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

41.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ACADEMY FOR EXCELLENCE THROUGH THE ARTS (THE) Forest Hills, NY 8.5
CHANGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ballston Lake, NY 8.5
GARDINERS AVENUE SCHOOL Levittown, NY 8.5
GLENMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glenmont, NY 8.5
GLENWOOD LANDING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Head, NY 8.5
LEO F GIBLYN SCHOOL Freeport, NY 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts

What grades does PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts serve?

PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts?

PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts rank in NY?

PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts ranks #317 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

Is PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts a charter school?

No, PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts a Title I school?

No, PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts?

69.5% of students at PS 264 Bay Ridge Elementary School for the Arts 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
98 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
89 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
68 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.6%

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