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#665 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 14% in state

PS 58 Carroll (the)

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15

330 SMITH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11231

Enrollment

735

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#665 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#62 of 570

public schools

In district

#9 of 49

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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PS 58 Carroll (the)

8.0/10

Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About PS 58 Carroll (the)

PS 58 Carroll (the) is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15. PS 58 Carroll (the) serves approximately 735 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 58 Carroll (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #665 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 58 Carroll (the) show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.1
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency76.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+24 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.5 pts
Overall Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Chronic Absenteeism18.2%

PS 58 Carroll (the) — Students at PS 58 Carroll (the) score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

9.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 80.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 80.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
95%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
78%
ELA
79%
2018
Math
79%
ELA
79%
2019
Math
79%
ELA
79%
2020*
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2021*
Math
82.3%
ELA
92.3%
2022
Math
77.5%
ELA
76.4%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How PS 58 Carroll (the) Compares

See how PS 58 Carroll (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
86th percentile in NY
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
5.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
10%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.2%

Location

330 SMITH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11231

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 58 Carroll (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BROOKLYN (rated 8.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 32 SAMUEL MILLS SPROLE (rated 8.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, A FANTIS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 32 SAMUEL MILLS SPROLE Brooklyn 0.2 mi 8.4
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn 0.3 mi 8.7
DIGITAL ARTS AND CINEMA TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 8.4
BOERUM HILL SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (THE) Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.3
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-COBBLE HILL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.2
NEW DAWN CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.5
COBBLE HILL SCHOOL OF AMERICAN STUDIES Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.5
BROOKLYN NEW SCHOOL-PS 146 (THE) Brooklyn 0.3 mi 4.5
BROOKLYN COLLABORATIVE STUDIES Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.3
PS 29 JOHN M HARRIGAN Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.9
MARY MCDOWELL FRIENDS SCHOOL- LS Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.5
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.8
AL-MADINAH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.0
PAVE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 4.1
RED HOOK NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.1
SUMMIT ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.5
PS 261 ZIPPORIAH MILLS Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.6
THE STERLING SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.2
A FANTIS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.7 mi 8.1
PS 372 CHILDREN'S SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11231 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$138,485

Median Home Value

$1,678,900

Median Rent

$2,474/mo

Population

39,704

College Educated

69.1%

Homeownership

31%

Avg Commute

35.8 min

Poverty Rate

13%

Median Age

37.7

Similar Schools

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School Rating
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ANDERSON SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY 8.0
BEDFORD ROAD SCHOOL Pleasantville, NY 8.0
BROOKLYN ARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 8.0
CANARSIE ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 8.0
CHATTERTON SCHOOL Merrick, NY 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 58 Carroll (the)

What grades does PS 58 Carroll (the) serve?

PS 58 Carroll (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 58 Carroll (the)?

PS 58 Carroll (the) has an enrollment of approximately 735 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 58 Carroll (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 58 Carroll (the) is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 58 Carroll (the) rank in NY?

PS 58 Carroll (the) ranks #665 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 58 Carroll (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

PS 58 Carroll (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 58 Carroll (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 58 Carroll (the) has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 58 Carroll (the) a charter school?

No, PS 58 Carroll (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 58 Carroll (the) a Title I school?

No, PS 58 Carroll (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 58 Carroll (the)?

9.9% of students at PS 58 Carroll (the) 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
97 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
95 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
735
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
9.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.2%

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