Average
#2305 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 49% in state
PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
330 ALABAMA AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,305 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#300 of 570
public schools
In district
#22 of 52
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley
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About PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley
PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19. PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,305 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley 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 328 Phyllis Wheatley — Students at PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.9%
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: 7.9/10.
How PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley Compares
See how PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
330 ALABAMA AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 13 ROBERTO CLEMENTE (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 149 DANNY KAYE (rated 7.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CHRISTOPHER AVENUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood 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 328 Phyllis Wheatley
What grades does PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley serve?
PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley?
PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley rank in NY?
PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley ranks #2,305 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 328 Phyllis Wheatley?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley a charter school?
No, PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley a Title I school?
No, PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley?
98.9% of students at PS 328 Phyllis Wheatley 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
- 263
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.0%
- Phone
- (718) 345-9393
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19- District Enrollment
- 19,963
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #22 of 52
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