Very Good
#1463 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 31% in state
PS 282 Park Slope
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13
180 6TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,463 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#168 of 570
public schools
In district
#18 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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PS 282 Park Slope
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 282 Park Slope
PS 282 Park Slope is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13. PS 282 Park Slope serves approximately 539 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 282 Park Slope has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,463 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 282 Park Slope show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at PS 282 Park Slope 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 282 Park Slope — Students at PS 282 Park Slope score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.7%
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: 7.8/10.
How PS 282 Park Slope Compares
See how PS 282 Park Slope performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
180 6TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 282 Park Slope may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 39 HENRY BRISTOW (rated 9.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 133 WILLIAM A BUTLER (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 38 PACIFIC (THE) (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MS 266 PARK PLACE COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 77 Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 4.4 |
| PS 133 WILLIAM A BUTLER Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| PS 321 WILLIAM PENN Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| JOHN JAY SCHOOL FOR LAW Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| PARK SLOPE COLLEGIATE Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| CYBERARTS STUDIO ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| MILLENNIUM BROOKLYN HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| BROOKLYN HIGH SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| MATH AND SCIENCE EXPLORATORY SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 372 CHILDREN'S SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| IS 340 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| MS 51 WILLIAM ALEXANDER Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| ST SAVIOUR HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| MUSE ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 39 HENRY BRISTOW Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| LURIA ACADEMY OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| PS 38 PACIFIC (THE) Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| KHALIL GIBRAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| BROOKLYN INDEPENDENT Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$158,314
Median Home Value
$1,614,200
Median Rent
$2,800/mo
Population
42,569
College Educated
73%
Homeownership
28.9%
Avg Commute
35.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
35.9
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ABBEY LANE SCHOOL Levittown, NY | 7.2 |
| ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 7.2 |
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST ENDEAVOR CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.2 |
| AKRON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron, NY | 7.2 |
| ALDEN TERRACE SCHOOL Valley Stream, NY | 7.2 |
| ALTMAR-PARISH-WILLIAMSTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Parish, NY | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 282 Park Slope
What grades does PS 282 Park Slope serve?
PS 282 Park Slope serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 282 Park Slope?
PS 282 Park Slope has an enrollment of approximately 539 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 282 Park Slope?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 282 Park Slope is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 282 Park Slope rank in NY?
PS 282 Park Slope ranks #1,463 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 282 Park Slope's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 282 Park Slope has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 282 Park Slope?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 282 Park Slope has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 282 Park Slope a charter school?
No, PS 282 Park Slope is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 282 Park Slope a Title I school?
No, PS 282 Park Slope is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 282 Park Slope?
34.7% of students at PS 282 Park Slope 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
- 539
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.6%
- Phone
- (718) 622-1626
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13- District Enrollment
- 19,232
- Schools in District
- 41
- District Rank
- #18 of 40
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