Average
#2400 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 59 the Dawn Best School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14
211 THROOP AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,400 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#308 of 570
public schools
In district
#21 of 38
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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PS 59 the Dawn Best School
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About PS 59 the Dawn Best School
PS 59 the Dawn Best School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14. PS 59 the Dawn Best School serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 59 the Dawn Best School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,400 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 59 the Dawn Best School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
63% of students at PS 59 the Dawn Best School 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 59 the Dawn Best School — Students at PS 59 the Dawn Best School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93%
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: 8.3/10.
How PS 59 the Dawn Best School Compares
See how PS 59 the Dawn Best School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
211 THROOP AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 59 the Dawn Best School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BEDFORD STUYVESANT NEW BEGINNINGS CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 297 ABRAHAM STOCKTON (rated 6.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BED STUY 2 (rated 6.4/10), with a very similar rating. 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 11206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,280
Median Home Value
$822,100
Median Rent
$1,558/mo
Population
89,231
College Educated
36.3%
Homeownership
10.9%
Avg Commute
36.5 min
Poverty Rate
33.1%
Median Age
30.7
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| BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 6.2 |
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| ELMA PRIMARY SCHOOL Elma, NY | 6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 59 the Dawn Best School
What grades does PS 59 the Dawn Best School serve?
PS 59 the Dawn Best School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 59 the Dawn Best School?
PS 59 the Dawn Best School has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 59 the Dawn Best School?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 59 the Dawn Best School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 59 the Dawn Best School rank in NY?
PS 59 the Dawn Best School ranks #2,400 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 59 the Dawn Best School's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 59 the Dawn Best School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 59 the Dawn Best School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 59 the Dawn Best School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 59 the Dawn Best School a charter school?
No, PS 59 the Dawn Best School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 59 the Dawn Best School a Title I school?
No, PS 59 the Dawn Best School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 59 the Dawn Best School?
93.0% of students at PS 59 the Dawn Best School 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
- 301
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.5%
- Phone
- (718) 443-3600
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14- District Enrollment
- 15,196
- Schools in District
- 38
- District Rank
- #21 of 38
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