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#3553 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 315
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
2310 GLENWOOD RD, Brooklyn, NY 11210
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,553 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#434 of 570
public schools
In district
#34 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
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PS 315
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 315
PS 315 is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22. PS 315 serves approximately 519 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 315 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,553 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 315 show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at PS 315 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 315 — Students at PS 315 score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 33 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: 5.2/10.
How PS 315 Compares
See how PS 315 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2310 GLENWOOD RD, Brooklyn, NY 11210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 315 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTRAL BROOKLYN ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKLYN KIDS PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 193 GIL HODGES (rated 6.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SCHOOL OF SCIENCE &TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 5.8 |
| MIDWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| MIDWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | — |
| CORTELYOU EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| BROOKLYN SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| YESHIVA VYELIPOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| MASORES BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| BROOKLYN KIDS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| BROOKLYN KIDS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| CENTRAL BROOKLYN ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 361 EAST FLATBUSH EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| YESHIVAH OF FLATBUSH JOEL BRAVERMAN HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| URBAN DOVE TEAM CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 193 GIL HODGES Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| IS 381 Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| ANDRIES HUDDE Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 217 COLONEL DAVID MARCUS SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| THE PATHWAY STUDY CENTER INC Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| YAD YISROEL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| EDWARD R MURROW HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,261
Median Home Value
$817,600
Median Rent
$1,734/mo
Population
60,398
College Educated
39.3%
Homeownership
42.3%
Avg Commute
44.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTER STREET SCHOOL Horseheads, NY | 5.0 |
| COLONIAL VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Niagara Falls, NY | 5.0 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER New Hyde Park, NY | 5.0 |
| EAST HILL SCHOOL Canajoharie, NY | 5.0 |
| GARDINER MANOR SCHOOL Bay Shore, NY | 5.0 |
| GENESEO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Geneseo, NY | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 315
What grades does PS 315 serve?
PS 315 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 315?
PS 315 has an enrollment of approximately 519 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 315?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 315 is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 315 rank in NY?
PS 315 ranks #3,553 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 315's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 315 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 315?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 315 has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 315 a charter school?
No, PS 315 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 315 a Title I school?
No, PS 315 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 315?
86.7% of students at PS 315 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
- 519
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.4%
- Phone
- (718) 421-9560
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22- District Enrollment
- 31,726
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #34 of 40
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