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#3978 of 4,742 schools in NY

PS 306 Ethan Allen

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19

970 VERMONT ST, Brooklyn, NY 11207

Enrollment

256

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,978 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#490 of 570

public schools

In district

#43 of 52

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19

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PS 306 Ethan Allen

4.4/10

Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About PS 306 Ethan Allen

PS 306 Ethan Allen is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19. PS 306 Ethan Allen serves approximately 256 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 306 Ethan Allen has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,978 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 306 Ethan Allen show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

62% of students at PS 306 Ethan Allen 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-43.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-42.2 pts
Overall Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Chronic Absenteeism61.7%

PS 306 Ethan Allen — Students at PS 306 Ethan Allen score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 24.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
53.5% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 21.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
61.6% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 31 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
76%
ELA
46%
2010
Math
36%
ELA
21%
2011
Math
41%
ELA
26%
2012
Math
9%
ELA
10%
2013
Math
8%
ELA
11%
2014
Math
9%
ELA
10%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
21%
2016
Math
14%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
22.7%
2022
Math
10.1%
ELA
18.7%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How PS 306 Ethan Allen Compares

See how PS 306 Ethan Allen performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
16th percentile in NY
Academic
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
98%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
61.7%

Location

970 VERMONT ST, Brooklyn, NY 11207

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 306 Ethan Allen may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRESH CREEK SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IMAGINE ME LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 13 ROBERTO CLEMENTE (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 4 Brooklyn 0.2 mi 4.5
COLLEGIATE ACADEMY-MATH-PERSONAL AWA Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.4
VAN SICLEN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.4
EAST NEW YORK ARTS AND CIVICS HIGH SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.5
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST LINDEN CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 2.8
PS 36 Brooklyn 0.4 mi 4.6
IMAGINE ME LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.9
EAST NEW YORK FAMILY ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.4 mi 4.4
PS 213 NEW LOTS Brooklyn 0.4 mi 2.3
PS 273 WORTMAN Brooklyn 0.4 mi 3.1
FRESH CREEK SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.4 mi 8.3
SCIENCE AND MEDICINE MIDDLE SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.6 mi 5.4
PS 346 ABE STARK Brooklyn 0.6 mi 5.0
FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VIII MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 4.0
BE'ER HAGOLAH INSTITUTES (B & G) Brooklyn 0.7 mi 6.2
PS 190 SHEFFIELD Brooklyn 0.7 mi 5.8
LEGACY SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Brooklyn 0.7 mi 7.4
A PLUS KIDZ ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.7 mi
PS 13 ROBERTO CLEMENTE Brooklyn 0.7 mi 7.3
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST EAST NEW YORK CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.7 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,419

Median Home Value

$657,400

Median Rent

$1,443/mo

Population

93,445

College Educated

19.4%

Homeownership

26.9%

Avg Commute

45.9 min

Poverty Rate

27.3%

Median Age

36.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 306 Ethan Allen

What grades does PS 306 Ethan Allen serve?

PS 306 Ethan Allen serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 306 Ethan Allen?

PS 306 Ethan Allen has an enrollment of approximately 256 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 306 Ethan Allen?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 306 Ethan Allen is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 306 Ethan Allen rank in NY?

PS 306 Ethan Allen ranks #3,978 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 306 Ethan Allen's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 306 Ethan Allen has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 306 Ethan Allen?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 306 Ethan Allen has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 306 Ethan Allen a charter school?

No, PS 306 Ethan Allen is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 306 Ethan Allen a Title I school?

No, PS 306 Ethan Allen is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 306 Ethan Allen?

98.0% of students at PS 306 Ethan Allen 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
84 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
256
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
61.7%

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