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#2740 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 277 Gerritsen Beach
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
2529 GERRITSEN AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11229
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,740 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#350 of 570
public schools
In district
#25 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
Equity
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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PS 277 Gerritsen Beach
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 277 Gerritsen Beach
PS 277 Gerritsen Beach is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22. PS 277 Gerritsen Beach serves approximately 290 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 277 Gerritsen Beach has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,740 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 277 Gerritsen Beach show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at PS 277 Gerritsen Beach 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 277 Gerritsen Beach — Students at PS 277 Gerritsen Beach score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.1%
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: 4.9/10.
How PS 277 Gerritsen Beach Compares
See how PS 277 Gerritsen Beach performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2529 GERRITSEN AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11229
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 277 Gerritsen Beach may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 222 KATHERINE R SNYDER (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 195 MANHATTAN BEACH (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 194 RAOUL WALLENBERG Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| ORIGINS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| PROFESSIONAL PATHWAYS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-FORT GREENE Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| NEW VISIONS CHTR HS-ADV MA/SCI III Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| BROOKLYN AMITY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| JHS 14 SHELL BANK Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 811 CONNIE LEKAS SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| LEV BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 52 SHEEPSHEAD BAY Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| JHS 278 MARINE PARK Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| YESHIVAT MEKOR HAIM Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| YESHIVANT MEKOT HAIM Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| LEON M GOLDSTEIN HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES Brooklyn | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 207 ELIZABETH G LEARY Brooklyn | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 206 JOSEPH F LAMB Brooklyn | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 222 KATHERINE R SNYDER Brooklyn | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 195 MANHATTAN BEACH Brooklyn | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| YESHIVA AHAVAS TORAH Brooklyn | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11229 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,556
Median Home Value
$812,200
Median Rent
$1,666/mo
Population
79,802
College Educated
41.3%
Homeownership
47%
Avg Commute
43.7 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
42.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALEXANDRIA CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alexandria Bay, NY | 5.9 |
| ARGYLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Argyle, NY | 5.9 |
| CINCINNATUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnatus, NY | 5.9 |
| E A MCALLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sherrill, NY | 5.9 |
| EDWARD J ARTHUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Athens, NY | 5.9 |
| FUTURE LEADERS INSTITUTE CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 277 Gerritsen Beach
What grades does PS 277 Gerritsen Beach serve?
PS 277 Gerritsen Beach serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 277 Gerritsen Beach?
PS 277 Gerritsen Beach has an enrollment of approximately 290 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 277 Gerritsen Beach?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 277 Gerritsen Beach is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 277 Gerritsen Beach rank in NY?
PS 277 Gerritsen Beach ranks #2,740 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 277 Gerritsen Beach's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 277 Gerritsen Beach has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 277 Gerritsen Beach?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 277 Gerritsen Beach has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 277 Gerritsen Beach a charter school?
No, PS 277 Gerritsen Beach is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 277 Gerritsen Beach a Title I school?
No, PS 277 Gerritsen Beach is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 277 Gerritsen Beach?
54.1% of students at PS 277 Gerritsen Beach 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 290
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.8%
- Phone
- (718) 743-6689
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22- District Enrollment
- 31,726
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #25 of 40
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