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#1870 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 39% in state

PS 34 Oliver H Perry

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14

131 NORMAN AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11222

Enrollment

413

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,870 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#234 of 570

public schools

In district

#15 of 38

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14

Academic performance

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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PS 34 Oliver H Perry

6.8/10

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

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About PS 34 Oliver H Perry

PS 34 Oliver H Perry is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14. PS 34 Oliver H Perry serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 34 Oliver H Perry has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,870 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 34 Oliver H Perry show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+16.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.1 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Chronic Absenteeism25.9%

PS 34 Oliver H Perry — Students at PS 34 Oliver H Perry score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

24.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 70.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 68.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
97%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
84.5%
2021*
Math
67.3%
ELA
81.4%
2022
Math
69.8%
ELA
65.1%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How PS 34 Oliver H Perry Compares

See how PS 34 Oliver H Perry performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
61th percentile in NY
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
6.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
25%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.9%

Location

131 NORMAN AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11222

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 34 Oliver H Perry may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILLIAMS BURG NORTHSIDE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILLIAMSBURG NORTHSIDE SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BROOKLYN ARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 31 SAMUEL F DUPONT Brooklyn 0.2 mi 7.5
ST STANISLAUS KOSTKA CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.6
A-TECH HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.3
JOHN ERICSSON MIDDLE SCHOOL 126 Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.9
NORTHSIDE CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.0
PS 110 MONITOR (THE) Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.3
WILLIAMSBURG NORTHSIDE SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.8 mi 8.3
BROOKLYN PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.8 mi 8.4
WILLIAMSBURG HIGH SCHOOL FOR ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN Brooklyn 0.8 mi 8.1
WILLIAMSBURG PREPARATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.8 mi 7.9
PS 132 CONSELYEA SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.8 mi 6.3
CONSELYEA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.8 mi 7.1
WILLIAMS BURG NORTHSIDE SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.9 mi 8.6
PS 17 HENRY D WOODWORTH Brooklyn 0.9 mi 5.7
CARRIG MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.9 mi
PS 18 EDWARD BUSH Brooklyn 1.1 mi 2.5
HUNTERS POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Island City 1.1 mi 6.4
BROOKLYN ARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn 1.2 mi 8.0
PS 319 Brooklyn 1.2 mi 4.6
WILLIAMSBURG HIGH SCHOOL OF ART AND TECHNOLOGY (THE) Brooklyn 1.2 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11222 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$123,963

Median Home Value

$1,245,600

Median Rent

$2,595/mo

Population

41,418

College Educated

65.4%

Homeownership

17.7%

Avg Commute

36.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

34.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 34 Oliver H Perry

What grades does PS 34 Oliver H Perry serve?

PS 34 Oliver H Perry serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 34 Oliver H Perry?

PS 34 Oliver H Perry has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 34 Oliver H Perry?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 34 Oliver H Perry is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 34 Oliver H Perry rank in NY?

PS 34 Oliver H Perry ranks #1,870 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 34 Oliver H Perry's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 34 Oliver H Perry has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 34 Oliver H Perry?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 34 Oliver H Perry has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 34 Oliver H Perry a charter school?

No, PS 34 Oliver H Perry is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 34 Oliver H Perry a Title I school?

No, PS 34 Oliver H Perry is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 34 Oliver H Perry?

24.9% of students at PS 34 Oliver H Perry 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
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Transit Score
80 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
24.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.9%

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