Needs Improvement
#4525 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
2707 ALBERMARLE RD, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,525 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#541 of 570
public schools
In district
#45 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
Equity
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke
PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17. PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke serves approximately 144 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,525 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 144 students, PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke 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.
58% of students at PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke 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 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke — Students at PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 1.6/10.
How PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke Compares
See how PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2707 ALBERMARLE RD, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTRAL BROOKLYN ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FLATBUSH ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EXPLORE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. 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 11226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,084
Median Home Value
$866,300
Median Rent
$1,751/mo
Population
100,022
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
13.5%
Avg Commute
46.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
36.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke
What grades does PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke serve?
PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke?
PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke has an enrollment of approximately 144 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke rank in NY?
PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke ranks #4,525 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke a charter school?
No, PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke a Title I school?
No, PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke?
100.0% of students at PS 399 Stanley Eugene Clarke 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 144
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.6%
- Phone
- (718) 693-3023
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17- District Enrollment
- 17,805
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #45 of 49
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