Very Good
#965 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 20% in state
PS 40 George W Carver
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16
265 RALPH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11233
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#965 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#101 of 570
public schools
In district
#2 of 23
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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PS 40 George W Carver
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About PS 40 George W Carver
PS 40 George W Carver is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16. PS 40 George W Carver serves approximately 465 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 40 George W Carver has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #965 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 40 George W Carver show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 5.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at PS 40 George W Carver 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 40 George W Carver — Students at PS 40 George W Carver score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
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: 9.1/10.
How PS 40 George W Carver Compares
See how PS 40 George W Carver performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
265 RALPH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11233
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 40 George W Carver may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 191 PAUL ROBESON (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PS 21 CRISPUS ATTUCKS (rated 6.1/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, PS 137 RACHEL JEAN MITCHELL (rated 6.0/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 11233 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,034
Median Home Value
$1,013,000
Median Rent
$1,613/mo
Population
82,711
College Educated
32.5%
Homeownership
23.1%
Avg Commute
40.8 min
Poverty Rate
23.6%
Median Age
35.2
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| CARRIE E TOMPKINS SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson, NY | 7.7 |
| CENTRAL SCHOOL Larchmont, NY | 7.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 40 George W Carver
What grades does PS 40 George W Carver serve?
PS 40 George W Carver serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 40 George W Carver?
PS 40 George W Carver has an enrollment of approximately 465 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 40 George W Carver?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 40 George W Carver is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 40 George W Carver rank in NY?
PS 40 George W Carver ranks #965 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 40 George W Carver's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 40 George W Carver has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 40 George W Carver?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 40 George W Carver has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 40 George W Carver a charter school?
No, PS 40 George W Carver is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 40 George W Carver a Title I school?
No, PS 40 George W Carver is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 40 George W Carver?
93.3% of students at PS 40 George W Carver 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
- 465
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.1%
- Phone
- (718) 574-2353
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16- District Enrollment
- 5,827
- Schools in District
- 23
- District Rank
- #2 of 23
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