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#3542 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 287 Bailey K Ashford
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13
50 NAVY ST, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Enrollment
121
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
121
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,542 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#430 of 570
public schools
In district
#28 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13
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About PS 287 Bailey K Ashford
PS 287 Bailey K Ashford is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13. PS 287 Bailey K Ashford serves approximately 121 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 287 Bailey K Ashford has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,542 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 287 Bailey K Ashford show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 121 students, PS 287 Bailey K Ashford is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at PS 287 Bailey K Ashford sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, PS 287 Bailey K Ashford sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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PS 287 Bailey K Ashford — Students at PS 287 Bailey K Ashford score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 6.6/10.
How PS 287 Bailey K Ashford Compares
See how PS 287 Bailey K Ashford performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
50 NAVY ST, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 287 Bailey K Ashford may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GREENE HILL SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COMMUNITY ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GERMAN SCHOOL BROOKLYN (rated 5.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. 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 11201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$169,285
Median Home Value
$1,131,700
Median Rent
$3,207/mo
Population
69,251
College Educated
79.2%
Homeownership
35.5%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
35.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 287 Bailey K Ashford
What grades does PS 287 Bailey K Ashford serve?
PS 287 Bailey K Ashford serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 287 Bailey K Ashford?
PS 287 Bailey K Ashford has an enrollment of approximately 121 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 287 Bailey K Ashford?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 287 Bailey K Ashford is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 287 Bailey K Ashford rank in NY?
PS 287 Bailey K Ashford ranks #3,542 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 287 Bailey K Ashford's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 287 Bailey K Ashford has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 287 Bailey K Ashford?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 287 Bailey K Ashford has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 287 Bailey K Ashford a charter school?
No, PS 287 Bailey K Ashford is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 287 Bailey K Ashford a Title I school?
No, PS 287 Bailey K Ashford is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 287 Bailey K Ashford?
93.4% of students at PS 287 Bailey K Ashford 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
- 121
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 74.4%
- Phone
- (718) 834-4745
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13- District Enrollment
- 19,232
- Schools in District
- 41
- District Rank
- #28 of 40
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