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PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32

200 WOODBINE ST, Brooklyn, NY 11221

Enrollment

194

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,316 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#523 of 570

public schools

In district

#24 of 27

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32

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PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier

3.8/10

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

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3.7/10

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About PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier

PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32. PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier serves approximately 194 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,316 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.5
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 194 students, PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

65% of students at PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Chronic Absenteeism64.9%

PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier — Students at PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 23.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 22.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 24 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
81%
ELA
51%
2010
Math
34%
ELA
22%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
28%
2012
Math
9%
ELA
8%
2013
Math
13%
ELA
9%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
13%
ELA
13%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
15.8%
ELA
18.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.

How PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier Compares

See how PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
9th percentile in NY
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
64.9%

Location

200 WOODBINE ST, Brooklyn, NY 11221

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 376 (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BUSHWICK ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ACHIEVEMENT FIRST-BUSHWICK CHARTER SCHOOL (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 0.4 mi
School Distance Rating
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST NORTH BROOKLYN PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.0 mi 3.7
JHS 291 ROLAND HAYES Brooklyn 0.1 mi 4.9
BUSHWICK COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.1 mi 5.4
MATH ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE ACADEMY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.1 mi 7.3
PS 106 EDWARD EVERETT HALE Brooklyn 0.1 mi 3.6
PS 299 THOMAS WARREN FIELD SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 4.7
ALL CITY LEADERSHIP SECONDARY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.8
PS 116 ELIZABETH L FARRELL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 3.7
ACADEMY OF URBAN PLANNING AND ENGINEERING (THE) Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.8
BROOKLYN SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE (THE) Brooklyn 0.3 mi 4.9
ACADEMY FOR EXCELLENCE IN LEADERSHIP Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.6
BROOKLYN SCHOOL FOR MATH AND RESEARCH (THE) Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.1
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BUSHWICK Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.1
JHS 383 PHILIPPA SCHUYLER Brooklyn 0.4 mi 4.8
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST-BUSHWICK CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.3
BUSHWICK ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 8.1
PS 75 MAYDA CORTIELLA Brooklyn 0.3 mi 4.2
PS 151 LYNDON B JOHNSON Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.6
EVERGREEN MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR URBAN EXPLORATION Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.7
PS 376 Brooklyn 0.4 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,122

Median Home Value

$1,061,400

Median Rent

$2,055/mo

Population

90,750

College Educated

42%

Homeownership

21.7%

Avg Commute

42.8 min

Poverty Rate

21.9%

Median Age

32.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier

What grades does PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier serve?

PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier?

PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier has an enrollment of approximately 194 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier rank in NY?

PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier ranks #4,316 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier a charter school?

No, PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier a Title I school?

No, PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier?

90.7% of students at PS 377 Alejandrina B De Gautier 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
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
88 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
64.9%

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