Below Average
#3843 of 4,742 schools in NY
Based on limited data
PS 36
Elementary School · NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75
2045 LINDEN BLVD, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 546 schools in Brooklyn. Learn more
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,843 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#470 of 570
public schools
In district
#13 of 58
NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75
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PS 36
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 36
PS 36 is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75. PS 36 serves approximately 434 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 36 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,843 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 5.1:1 students to teachers, PS 36 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
75% of students at PS 36 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How PS 36 Compares
See how PS 36 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2045 LINDEN BLVD, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 36 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRESH CREEK SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IMAGINE ME LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 13 ROBERTO CLEMENTE (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BALLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wilton, NY | 4.6 |
| BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hempstead, NY | 4.6 |
| BRIGHTER CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Albany, NY | 4.6 |
| CAIRO-DURHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cairo, NY | 4.6 |
| CHESTNUT HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool, NY | 4.6 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL ACTION Bronx, NY | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 36
What grades does PS 36 serve?
PS 36 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend PS 36?
PS 36 has an enrollment of approximately 434 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 36?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 36 is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 36 rank in NY?
PS 36 ranks #3,843 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 36's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 36 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is PS 36 a charter school?
No, PS 36 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 36 a Title I school?
No, PS 36 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 36?
91.2% of students at PS 36 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 434
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 85
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.3%
- Phone
- (718) 272-6483
Resources & Links
District
NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75- Schools in District
- 59
- District Rank
- #13 of 58
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