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#671 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 14% in state

PS 770 New American Academy

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17

60 E 94TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11212

Enrollment

270

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#671 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#68 of 570

public schools

In district

#5 of 49

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17

Academic growth

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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PS 770 New American Academy

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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3.3/10

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About PS 770 New American Academy

PS 770 New American Academy is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17. PS 770 New American Academy serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 770 New American Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #671 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 770 New American Academy show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

How it compares2.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.6
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at PS 770 New American Academy 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress10.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change+4.33 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2022
TrendImproving
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-16.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.1 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Chronic Absenteeism44.1%

PS 770 New American Academy — Students at PS 770 New American Academy score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.4% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 43.5% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 28 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2012
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2013
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2021*
Math
45.9%
ELA
56.9%
2022
Math
37.1%
ELA
54.8%

* 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: 10.0/10.

How PS 770 New American Academy Compares

See how PS 770 New American Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
86th percentile in NY
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
10.0/10
Excellent
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.1%

Location

60 E 94TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11212

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 770 New American Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEW BRIDGES ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PS 191 PAUL ROBESON (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 189 BILINGUAL CENTER (THE) (rated 6.9/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 398 WALTER WEAVER Brooklyn 0.0 mi 3.3
PS 189 BILINGUAL CENTER (THE) Brooklyn 0.2 mi 6.9
BROWNSVILLE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 4.6
ASPIRATIONS DIPLOMA PLUS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.3
NEW VISIONS AIM CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL I Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.0
MIDDLE SCHOOL OF MEDIA LAW AND FINE ARTS (THE) Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.1
KINGS COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.0
PS 268 EMMA LAZARUS Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.2
PS 219 KENNEDY-KING Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.2
LAMAD ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 4.7
BROOKLYN ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.7
PS 221 TOUSSAINT L'OUVERTURE Brooklyn 0.4 mi 4.8
EAST BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.6
NEW BRIDGES ELEMENTARY Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.7
PS 191 PAUL ROBESON Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.7
MS 394 Brooklyn 0.6 mi 2.8
EXPLORE EMPOWER CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.0
NEW HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.1
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST CROWN HEIGHTS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.5
MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR ART AND PHILOSPHY Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.8

Neighborhood 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 770 New American Academy

What grades does PS 770 New American Academy serve?

PS 770 New American Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 770 New American Academy?

PS 770 New American Academy has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 770 New American Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 770 New American Academy is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 770 New American Academy rank in NY?

PS 770 New American Academy ranks #671 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 770 New American Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

PS 770 New American Academy 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 770 New American Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 770 New American Academy has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

Is PS 770 New American Academy a charter school?

No, PS 770 New American Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 770 New American Academy a Title I school?

No, PS 770 New American Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 770 New American Academy?

55.9% of students at PS 770 New American Academy 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
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Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.1%

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