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Excellent

#46 of 4,739 schools in NY

Top 1% in state

PS 312 Bergen Beach

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22

7103 AVE T, Brooklyn, NY 11234

Enrollment

611

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Brooklyn

#7 of 570

public schools

New York elementary schools

#38 of 2,549

In district

#3 of 40

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Exceptional

About PS 312 Bergen Beach

PS 312 Bergen Beach is a public elementary school in Brooklyn serving 611 students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. With a student-teacher ratio of 11.8 to 1, classes stay small enough for teachers to give students genuine individual attention — and the results back that up. Statewide, PS 312 ranks #46 out of 4,739 public schools in New York, outperforming 99% of schools across the state.

In Brooklyn specifically, it sits at #7 out of 570 public schools. Among elementary schools alone, it climbs to #38 of 2,549 in New York — a ranking that holds up across multiple ways of slicing the data. The school earns an Exceptional composite score of 9.1 out of 10, driven by an academic rating of 8.6 and a standout growth score of 9.5.

That growth score signals something important: students here make measurable gains year over year, not just because families choose a strong-performing school, but because instruction is moving them forward. For Brooklyn families comparing elementary options, PS 312 is one of the clearest choices in the borough.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+6.62 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77%
Reading/ELA Proficiency77%
Math vs. State Avg+23.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.1 pts
Overall Proficiency77%
Expected (poverty-adj.)56%
vs. Expected+20.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1

PS 312 Bergen Beach — Students at PS 312 Bergen Beach score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 71.6%
School
State
48.1%
ELA Proficiency 72.6%
School
State
57.0%

Based on 10 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
60%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
74.5%
ELA
75%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How PS 312 Bergen Beach Compares

See how PS 312 Bergen Beach performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.1/10
99th percentile in NY
Academic
8.6/10
8.6/10
Growth
9.5/10
Above average
Environment
8.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers

Location

7103 AVE T, Brooklyn, NY 11234

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 312 Bergen Beach may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 114 RYDER ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PS 236 MILL BASIN (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 203 FLOYD BENNETT SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
ST BERNARD CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.2 mi 5.6
JHS 78 ROY H MANN Brooklyn 0.2 mi 7.0
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BERGEN BEACH Brooklyn 0.2 mi 4.1
YESHIVAH OF CROWN HEIGHTS Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.9
PS 236 MILL BASIN Brooklyn 0.5 mi 8.1
HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.7 mi 2.9
EISEK HATORAH D'RACHMISTRIVKA Brooklyn 0.8 mi 5.7
PS 276 LOUIS MARSHALL Brooklyn 0.8 mi 6.6
IS 68 ISAAC BILDERSEE Brooklyn 0.9 mi 5.0
BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE AND EQUITY Brooklyn 0.9 mi 4.8
BROOKLYN BRIDGE ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.9 mi 5.0
BROOKLYN THEATRE ARTS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.9 mi 7.4
VICTORY COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.9 mi 5.2
ACADEMY FOR CONSERVATION AND THE ENVIRONMENT Brooklyn 0.9 mi 6.8
PS 203 FLOYD BENNETT SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.9 mi 7.9
PS 115 DANIEL MUCATEL SCHOOL Brooklyn 1.1 mi 7.7
PS 251 PAERDEGAT Brooklyn 1.0 mi 6.4
PS 326 Brooklyn 1.1 mi 4.3
PS 114 RYDER ELEMENTARY Brooklyn 1.4 mi 9.0
EXPLORE EXCEL CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 1.4 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11234 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,434

Median Home Value

$746,800

Median Rent

$1,771/mo

Population

87,778

College Educated

38.8%

Homeownership

67.3%

Avg Commute

46.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Median Age

43.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding PS 312 Bergen Beach has a median household income of $94,434. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $746,800, with a median rent of $1,771/month. The local poverty rate of 9.7% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 47 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CHANCELLOR LIVINGSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rhinebeck, NY 9.1
JUDY JACOBS PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview, NY 9.1
MIDLAND SCHOOL Rye, NY 9.1
PARKVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kings Park, NY 9.1
PS 153 HELEN KELLER Bronx, NY 9.1
PS 204 MORRIS HEIGHTS Bronx, NY 9.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 312 Bergen Beach

What grades does PS 312 Bergen Beach serve?

PS 312 Bergen Beach serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 312 Bergen Beach?

PS 312 Bergen Beach has an enrollment of approximately 611 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 312 Bergen Beach?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 312 Bergen Beach is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 312 Bergen Beach rank in NY?

PS 312 Bergen Beach is ranked #46 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is PS 312 Bergen Beach's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 312 Bergen Beach has a composite rating of 9.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at PS 312 Bergen Beach?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, PS 312 Bergen Beach has 71.6% math proficiency and 72.6% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is PS 312 Bergen Beach a charter school?

No, PS 312 Bergen Beach is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 312 Bergen Beach a Title I school?

No, PS 312 Bergen Beach is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 312 Bergen Beach?

57.8% of students at PS 312 Bergen 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Transit Score
71 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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