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#3549 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 346 Abe Stark
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
1400 PENNSYLVANIA AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11239
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,549 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#432 of 570
public schools
In district
#35 of 52
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
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About PS 346 Abe Stark
PS 346 Abe Stark is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19. PS 346 Abe Stark serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 346 Abe Stark has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,549 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 346 Abe Stark show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at PS 346 Abe Stark 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 346 Abe Stark — Students at PS 346 Abe Stark score 36% 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 34 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: 4.6/10.
How PS 346 Abe Stark Compares
See how PS 346 Abe Stark performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1400 PENNSYLVANIA AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11239
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 346 Abe Stark may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IMAGINE ME LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 279 HERMAN SCHREIBER (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 4 (rated 4.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11239 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,675
Median Home Value
$580,400
Median Rent
$1,016/mo
Population
16,047
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
7.5%
Poverty Rate
24.8%
Median Age
48.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 346 Abe Stark
What grades does PS 346 Abe Stark serve?
PS 346 Abe Stark serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 346 Abe Stark?
PS 346 Abe Stark has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 346 Abe Stark?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 346 Abe Stark is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 346 Abe Stark rank in NY?
PS 346 Abe Stark ranks #3,549 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 346 Abe Stark's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 346 Abe Stark 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 346 Abe Stark?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 346 Abe Stark has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 346 Abe Stark a charter school?
No, PS 346 Abe Stark is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 346 Abe Stark a Title I school?
No, PS 346 Abe Stark is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 346 Abe Stark?
86.7% of students at PS 346 Abe Stark 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
- 406
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.8%
- Phone
- (718) 642-3000
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19- District Enrollment
- 19,963
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #35 of 52
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