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#3379 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 289 George V Brower
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
900 ST MARKS AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11213
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,379 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#420 of 570
public schools
In district
#39 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
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PS 289 George V Brower
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About PS 289 George V Brower
PS 289 George V Brower is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17. PS 289 George V Brower serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 289 George V Brower has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,379 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 289 George V Brower show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
58% of students at PS 289 George V Brower 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 289 George V Brower — Students at PS 289 George V Brower score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How PS 289 George V Brower Compares
See how PS 289 George V Brower performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
900 ST MARKS AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11213
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 289 George V Brower may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL - CSD 13.2 (rated 9.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEW BRIDGES ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 138 (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably 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 11213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,040
Median Home Value
$1,184,400
Median Rent
$1,607/mo
Population
69,630
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
15.5%
Avg Commute
43.4 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
34.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 289 George V Brower
What grades does PS 289 George V Brower serve?
PS 289 George V Brower serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 289 George V Brower?
PS 289 George V Brower has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 289 George V Brower?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 289 George V Brower is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 289 George V Brower rank in NY?
PS 289 George V Brower ranks #3,379 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 289 George V Brower's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 289 George V Brower has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 289 George V Brower?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 289 George V Brower has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 289 George V Brower a charter school?
No, PS 289 George V Brower is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 289 George V Brower a Title I school?
No, PS 289 George V Brower is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 289 George V Brower?
91.5% of students at PS 289 George V Brower 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
- 295
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.6%
- Phone
- (718) 493-3824
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17- District Enrollment
- 17,805
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #39 of 49
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