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#3305 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 52 Sheepshead Bay
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
2675 E 29TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11235
Enrollment
686
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
686
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,305 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#418 of 570
public schools
In district
#33 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22
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PS 52 Sheepshead Bay
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About PS 52 Sheepshead Bay
PS 52 Sheepshead Bay is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22. PS 52 Sheepshead Bay serves approximately 686 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 52 Sheepshead Bay has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,305 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 52 Sheepshead Bay show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
62% of students at PS 52 Sheepshead Bay 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 52 Sheepshead Bay — Students at PS 52 Sheepshead Bay score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.4%
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: 5.9/10.
How PS 52 Sheepshead Bay Compares
See how PS 52 Sheepshead Bay performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2675 E 29TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11235
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 52 Sheepshead Bay may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 195 MANHATTAN BEACH (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 254 DAG HAMMARSKJOLD (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARK CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 811 CONNIE LEKAS SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 3.6 |
| YESHIVANT MEKOT HAIM Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| JHS 14 SHELL BANK Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| YESHIVAT MEKOR HAIM Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| ORIGINS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| PROFESSIONAL PATHWAYS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-FORT GREENE Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| NEW VISIONS CHTR HS-ADV MA/SCI III Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| BROOKLYN AMITY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 195 MANHATTAN BEACH Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| LEON M GOLDSTEIN HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| LEV BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| ST MARK CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 194 RAOUL WALLENBERG Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 254 DAG HAMMARSKJOLD Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 206 JOSEPH F LAMB Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 277 GERRITSEN BEACH Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| IS 98 BAY ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| SHULAMITH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 771 Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11235 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,689
Median Home Value
$723,900
Median Rent
$1,649/mo
Population
81,958
College Educated
49.6%
Homeownership
37%
Avg Commute
42.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Median Age
47.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca, NY | 5.3 |
| COTTAGE LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blauvelt, NY | 5.3 |
| COUNCIL ROCK PRIMARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 5.3 |
| EAST ROCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rochester, NY | 5.3 |
| GORDON PARKS SCHOOL (THE) Rosedale, NY | 5.3 |
| HAMPTON BAYS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hampton Bays, NY | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 52 Sheepshead Bay
What grades does PS 52 Sheepshead Bay serve?
PS 52 Sheepshead Bay serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 52 Sheepshead Bay?
PS 52 Sheepshead Bay has an enrollment of approximately 686 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 52 Sheepshead Bay?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 52 Sheepshead Bay is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 52 Sheepshead Bay rank in NY?
PS 52 Sheepshead Bay ranks #3,305 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 52 Sheepshead Bay's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 52 Sheepshead Bay has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 52 Sheepshead Bay?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 52 Sheepshead Bay has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 52 Sheepshead Bay a charter school?
No, PS 52 Sheepshead Bay is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 52 Sheepshead Bay a Title I school?
No, PS 52 Sheepshead Bay is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 52 Sheepshead Bay?
84.4% of students at PS 52 Sheepshead Bay 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
- 686
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.1%
- Phone
- (718) 648-0882
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #22- District Enrollment
- 31,726
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #33 of 40
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