Very Good
#1572 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 33% in state
PS 48 Mapleton
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
6015 18TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11204
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,572 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#193 of 570
public schools
In district
#31 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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PS 48 Mapleton
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 48 Mapleton
PS 48 Mapleton is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20. PS 48 Mapleton serves approximately 496 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 48 Mapleton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,572 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 48 Mapleton show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at PS 48 Mapleton 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 48 Mapleton — Students at PS 48 Mapleton score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 7.0/10.
How PS 48 Mapleton Compares
See how PS 48 Mapleton performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6015 18TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 48 Mapleton may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SEEALL ACADEMY (THE) (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 205 CLARION (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 192 MAGNET SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE INQUIRY (THE) (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YESHIVA & MISIVTA TIFERES ELIMELECH Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| FRANKLIN DELANO ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| YESHIVA KARLIN STOLIN Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| TOMER DEVORAH HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| SEEALL ACADEMY (THE) Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 231 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| TALMUD TORAH OF BOBOV 45 Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| TIFERES MIRIAM SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| BAIS SARAH-EDUC SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| TALMUD TORAH IMREI CHAIM Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| PS 205 CLARION Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| JHS 227 EDWARD B SHALLOW Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 121 NELSON A ROCKEFELLER Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| YESHIVA & MESIFTA CHASAN SOFER Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 247 Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| BARKAI FOUNDATION INC. Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 192 MAGNET SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE INQUIRY (THE) Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| BAIS ROCHEL SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| UNITED TALMUDICAL ACADEMY-TORAH V'YIRAH Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| HASC - HEBREW ACADEMY FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,588
Median Home Value
$1,097,200
Median Rent
$1,751/mo
Population
81,368
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
35.3%
Avg Commute
40.6 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMISTAD DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.1 |
| ARCADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Arcade, NY | 7.1 |
| BRINCKERHOFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fishkill, NY | 7.1 |
| CLARENCE CENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clarence Center, NY | 7.1 |
| EXPLORE EXCEED CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.1 |
| GEORGE M DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle, NY | 7.1 |
Compare PS 48 Mapleton with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- ComparePS 48 Mapleton vs PS 361 EAST FLATBUSH EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOLBROOKLYN, NY Peer score 5.8/10 -1.3 vs PS 48 Mapleton
- ComparePS 48 Mapleton vs PS 121 NELSON A ROCKEFELLERBrooklyn, NY Peer score 7.5/10 +0.4 vs PS 48 Mapleton
- ComparePS 48 Mapleton vs PS 312 BERGEN BEACHBrooklyn, NY Peer score 6.5/10 -0.6 vs PS 48 Mapleton
- ComparePS 48 Mapleton vs MAURICE SENDAK COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE)Brooklyn, NY Peer score 7.3/10 +0.2 vs PS 48 Mapleton
- ComparePS 48 Mapleton vs PS 32 SAMUEL MILLS SPROLEBrooklyn, NY Peer score 8.4/10 +1.3 vs PS 48 Mapleton
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 48 Mapleton
What grades does PS 48 Mapleton serve?
PS 48 Mapleton serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 48 Mapleton?
PS 48 Mapleton has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 48 Mapleton?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 48 Mapleton is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 48 Mapleton rank in NY?
PS 48 Mapleton ranks #1,572 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 48 Mapleton's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 48 Mapleton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 48 Mapleton?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 48 Mapleton has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 48 Mapleton a charter school?
No, PS 48 Mapleton is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 48 Mapleton a Title I school?
No, PS 48 Mapleton is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 48 Mapleton?
87.1% of students at PS 48 Mapleton 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 496
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.1%
- Phone
- (718) 232-3873
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20- District Enrollment
- 46,673
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #31 of 45
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