Needs Improvement
#4551 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 398 Walter Weaver
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
60 E 94TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,551 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#544 of 570
public schools
In district
#47 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
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PS 398 Walter Weaver
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About PS 398 Walter Weaver
PS 398 Walter Weaver is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17. PS 398 Walter Weaver serves approximately 229 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 398 Walter Weaver has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,551 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 398 Walter Weaver show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, PS 398 Walter Weaver sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
70% of students at PS 398 Walter Weaver 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 398 Walter Weaver — Students at PS 398 Walter Weaver score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.
How PS 398 Walter Weaver Compares
See how PS 398 Walter Weaver performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
60 E 94TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 398 Walter Weaver may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 770 NEW AMERICAN ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEW BRIDGES ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 191 PAUL ROBESON (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 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 11212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,060
Median Home Value
$549,400
Median Rent
$1,231/mo
Population
87,946
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
13.8%
Avg Commute
50.1 min
Poverty Rate
33.7%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COMPASS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 3.3 |
| DELAWARE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albany, NY | 3.3 |
| HOLMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tonawanda, NY | 3.3 |
| OHIO STREET SCHOOL Watertown, NY | 3.3 |
| PS 178 SAINT CLAIR MCKELWAY Brooklyn, NY | 3.3 |
| SCHOOL 2-CLARA BARTON Rochester, NY | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 398 Walter Weaver
What grades does PS 398 Walter Weaver serve?
PS 398 Walter Weaver serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 398 Walter Weaver?
PS 398 Walter Weaver has an enrollment of approximately 229 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 398 Walter Weaver?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 398 Walter Weaver is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 398 Walter Weaver rank in NY?
PS 398 Walter Weaver ranks #4,551 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 398 Walter Weaver's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 398 Walter Weaver has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 398 Walter Weaver?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 398 Walter Weaver has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 398 Walter Weaver a charter school?
No, PS 398 Walter Weaver is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 398 Walter Weaver a Title I school?
No, PS 398 Walter Weaver is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 398 Walter Weaver?
98.7% of students at PS 398 Walter Weaver 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
- 229
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.3%
- Phone
- (718) 774-4466
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17- District Enrollment
- 17,805
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #47 of 49
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