Needs Improvement
#4377 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16
990 DEKALB AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Enrollment
234
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
234
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,377 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#527 of 570
public schools
In district
#20 of 23
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16
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About PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens
PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16. PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens serves approximately 234 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,377 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
68% of students at PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens 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 81 Thaddeus Stevens — Students at PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 3.8/10.
How PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens Compares
See how PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
990 DEKALB AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BEDFORD STUYVESANT NEW BEGINNINGS CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 26 JESSE OWENS (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE CO-OP SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. 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 11221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,122
Median Home Value
$1,061,400
Median Rent
$2,055/mo
Population
90,750
College Educated
42%
Homeownership
21.7%
Avg Commute
42.8 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
32.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens
What grades does PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens serve?
PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens?
PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens has an enrollment of approximately 234 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens rank in NY?
PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens ranks #4,377 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 81 Thaddeus Stevens?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens a charter school?
No, PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens a Title I school?
No, PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens?
94.4% of students at PS 81 Thaddeus Stevens 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
- 234
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.4%
- Phone
- (718) 574-2365
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16- District Enrollment
- 5,827
- Schools in District
- 23
- District Rank
- #20 of 23
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