Very Good
#1192 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 25% in state
Based on limited data
PS 372 Children's School (the)
Elementary School · NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75
512 CARROLL ST, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 546 schools in Brooklyn. Learn more
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,192 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#131 of 570
public schools
In district
#1 of 58
NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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PS 372 Children's School (the)
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 372 Children's School (the)
PS 372 Children's School (the) is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75. PS 372 Children's School (the) serves approximately 452 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 372 Children's School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,192 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 6.8:1 students to teachers, PS 372 Children's School (the) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.4%
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 372 Children's School (the) Compares
See how PS 372 Children's School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
512 CARROLL ST, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 372 Children's School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 39 HENRY BRISTOW (rated 9.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 32 SAMUEL MILLS SPROLE (rated 8.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 133 WILLIAM A BUTLER (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AL-MADINAH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| MS 51 WILLIAM ALEXANDER Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| MAURICE SENDAK COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 133 WILLIAM A BUTLER Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| PS 32 SAMUEL MILLS SPROLE Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.4 |
| PS 282 PARK SLOPE Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| NEW DAWN CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 39 HENRY BRISTOW Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| PS 321 WILLIAM PENN Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| PS 38 PACIFIC (THE) Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| BROOKLYN HIGH SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| MATH AND SCIENCE EXPLORATORY SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| MS 266 PARK PLACE COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 77 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| JOHN JAY SCHOOL FOR LAW Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| PARK SLOPE COLLEGIATE Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| CYBERARTS STUDIO ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| MILLENNIUM BROOKLYN HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| COBBLE HILL SCHOOL OF AMERICAN STUDIES Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 124 SILAS B DUTCHER Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$180,773
Median Home Value
$1,674,700
Median Rent
$2,803/mo
Population
70,922
College Educated
80.2%
Homeownership
40.9%
Avg Commute
38.5 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
37.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANDREW MULLER PRIMARY SCHOOL Miller Place, NY | 7.5 |
| BEDFORD HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bedford Hills, NY | 7.5 |
| BOGHT HILLS SCHOOL Cohoes, NY | 7.5 |
| COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.5 |
| DUDLEY SCHOOL Fairport, NY | 7.5 |
| ELBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elbridge, NY | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 372 Children's School (the)
What grades does PS 372 Children's School (the) serve?
PS 372 Children's School (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend PS 372 Children's School (the)?
PS 372 Children's School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 452 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 372 Children's School (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 372 Children's School (the) is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 372 Children's School (the) rank in NY?
PS 372 Children's School (the) ranks #1,192 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 372 Children's School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
PS 372 Children's School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is PS 372 Children's School (the) a charter school?
No, PS 372 Children's School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 372 Children's School (the) a Title I school?
No, PS 372 Children's School (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 372 Children's School (the)?
35.4% of students at PS 372 Children's School (the) 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 452
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.4%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.7%
- Phone
- (718) 624-5271
Resources & Links
District
NYC SPECIAL SCHOOLS - DISTRICT 75- Schools in District
- 59
- District Rank
- #1 of 58
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