Below Average
#3838 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 41 Francis White
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23
411 THATFORD AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,838 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#469 of 570
public schools
In district
#21 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23
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About PS 41 Francis White
PS 41 Francis White is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23. PS 41 Francis White serves approximately 141 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 41 Francis White has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,838 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 41 Francis White show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 141 students, PS 41 Francis White 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.
Test scores at PS 41 Francis White sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, PS 41 Francis White 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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PS 41 Francis White — Students at PS 41 Francis White score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.5%
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: 6.5/10.
How PS 41 Francis White Compares
See how PS 41 Francis White performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
411 THATFORD AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 41 Francis White may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY BROWNSVILLE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIVERDALE AVENUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 165 IDA POSNER (rated 6.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 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
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| GUILFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Guilford, NY | 4.6 |
| HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL East Greenbush, NY | 4.6 |
| PS 315 LAB SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.6 |
| ST PATRICK'S SCHOOL Oneida, NY | 4.6 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hilton, NY | 4.6 |
| THURGOOD MARSHALL ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL New York, NY | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 41 Francis White
What grades does PS 41 Francis White serve?
PS 41 Francis White serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend PS 41 Francis White?
PS 41 Francis White has an enrollment of approximately 141 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 41 Francis White?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 41 Francis White is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 41 Francis White rank in NY?
PS 41 Francis White ranks #3,838 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 41 Francis White's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 41 Francis White has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 41 Francis White?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 41 Francis White has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 41 Francis White a charter school?
No, PS 41 Francis White is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 41 Francis White a Title I school?
No, PS 41 Francis White is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 41 Francis White?
96.5% of students at PS 41 Francis White 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
- 141
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 85.1%
- Phone
- (718) 495-7732
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23- District Enrollment
- 8,334
- Schools in District
- 28
- District Rank
- #21 of 28
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