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#2391 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 268 Emma Lazarus
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18
133 E 53RD ST, Brooklyn, NY 11203
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,391 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#307 of 570
public schools
In district
#16 of 33
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About PS 268 Emma Lazarus
PS 268 Emma Lazarus is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18. PS 268 Emma Lazarus serves approximately 269 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 268 Emma Lazarus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,391 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 268 Emma Lazarus show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, PS 268 Emma Lazarus sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
74% of students at PS 268 Emma Lazarus 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 268 Emma Lazarus — Students at PS 268 Emma Lazarus score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 7.6/10.
How PS 268 Emma Lazarus Compares
See how PS 268 Emma Lazarus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
133 E 53RD ST, Brooklyn, NY 11203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 268 Emma Lazarus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 770 NEW AMERICAN ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 189 BILINGUAL CENTER (THE) (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FLATBUSH SDA SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 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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| DELAWARE ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delhi, NY | 6.2 |
| ELMA PRIMARY SCHOOL Elma, NY | 6.2 |
| FRANK M KNIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seneca Falls, NY | 6.2 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL West Babylon, NY | 6.2 |
| LINCOLN SCHOOL Scotia, NY | 6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 268 Emma Lazarus
What grades does PS 268 Emma Lazarus serve?
PS 268 Emma Lazarus serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 268 Emma Lazarus?
PS 268 Emma Lazarus has an enrollment of approximately 269 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 268 Emma Lazarus?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 268 Emma Lazarus is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 268 Emma Lazarus rank in NY?
PS 268 Emma Lazarus ranks #2,391 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 268 Emma Lazarus's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 268 Emma Lazarus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 268 Emma Lazarus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 268 Emma Lazarus has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 268 Emma Lazarus a charter school?
No, PS 268 Emma Lazarus is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 268 Emma Lazarus a Title I school?
No, PS 268 Emma Lazarus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 268 Emma Lazarus?
89.6% of students at PS 268 Emma Lazarus 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
- 269
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 74.0%
- Phone
- (718) 773-5332
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18- District Enrollment
- 11,223
- Schools in District
- 34
- District Rank
- #16 of 33
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