Needs Improvement
#4315 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 272 Curtis Estabrook
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18
101-24 SEAVIEW AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11236
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,315 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#522 of 570
public schools
In district
#33 of 33
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18
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PS 272 Curtis Estabrook
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 272 Curtis Estabrook
PS 272 Curtis Estabrook is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18. PS 272 Curtis Estabrook serves approximately 390 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 272 Curtis Estabrook has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,315 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 272 Curtis Estabrook show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
63% of students at PS 272 Curtis Estabrook 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 272 Curtis Estabrook — Students at PS 272 Curtis Estabrook score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.6%
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: 4.5/10.
How PS 272 Curtis Estabrook Compares
See how PS 272 Curtis Estabrook performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
101-24 SEAVIEW AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11236
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 272 Curtis Estabrook may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRESH CREEK SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CANARSIE ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 279 HERMAN SCHREIBER (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YESHIVA GEDOLAH OHR YISROEL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| BE'ER HAGOLAH INSTITUTES (B & G) Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 279 HERMAN SCHREIBER Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY CANARSIE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 346 ABE STARK Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VIII MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| IS 211 JOHN WILSON Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 115 DANIEL MUCATEL SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| IS 364 GATEWAY Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 2.6 |
| SCIENCE AND MEDICINE MIDDLE SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDICAL PROFESSIONS Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| URBAN ACTION ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR INNOVATION IN ADVERTISING AND MEDIA Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| A PLUS KIDZ ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | — |
| OLYMPUS ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| CANARSIE ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 306 ETHAN ALLEN Brooklyn | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| FRESH CREEK SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 4 Brooklyn | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 276 LOUIS MARSHALL Brooklyn | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,813
Median Home Value
$710,300
Median Rent
$1,637/mo
Population
95,174
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
50.5%
Avg Commute
50.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
40.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AVON PRIMARY SCHOOL Avon, NY | 3.8 |
| BRONX LITTLE SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 3.8 |
| CARDINAL MCCLOSKEY COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 3.8 |
| CARTHAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Carthage, NY | 3.8 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL #53 Buffalo, NY | 3.8 |
| CONNETQUOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip Terrace, NY | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 272 Curtis Estabrook
What grades does PS 272 Curtis Estabrook serve?
PS 272 Curtis Estabrook serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 272 Curtis Estabrook?
PS 272 Curtis Estabrook has an enrollment of approximately 390 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 272 Curtis Estabrook?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 272 Curtis Estabrook is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 272 Curtis Estabrook rank in NY?
PS 272 Curtis Estabrook ranks #4,315 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 272 Curtis Estabrook's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 272 Curtis Estabrook has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 272 Curtis Estabrook?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 272 Curtis Estabrook has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 272 Curtis Estabrook a charter school?
No, PS 272 Curtis Estabrook is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 272 Curtis Estabrook a Title I school?
No, PS 272 Curtis Estabrook is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 272 Curtis Estabrook?
95.6% of students at PS 272 Curtis Estabrook 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
- 390
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.1%
- Phone
- (929) 437-5000
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18- District Enrollment
- 11,223
- Schools in District
- 34
- District Rank
- #33 of 33
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