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#3119 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 90 Edna Cohen School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
2840 W 12TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11224
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,119 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#395 of 570
public schools
In district
#31 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
Equity
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About PS 90 Edna Cohen School
PS 90 Edna Cohen School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21. PS 90 Edna Cohen School serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 90 Edna Cohen School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,119 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 90 Edna Cohen School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
68% of students at PS 90 Edna Cohen 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 90 Edna Cohen School — Students at PS 90 Edna Cohen School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.8/10.
How PS 90 Edna Cohen School Compares
See how PS 90 Edna Cohen School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2840 W 12TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11224
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 90 Edna Cohen School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 100 CONEY ISLAND SCHOOL (THE) (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 212 LADY DEBORAH MOODY (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 216 ARTURO TOSCANINI (rated 5.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,449
Median Home Value
$512,900
Median Rent
$905/mo
Population
48,469
College Educated
33.5%
Homeownership
28.3%
Avg Commute
47.7 min
Poverty Rate
28.2%
Median Age
47.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 90 Edna Cohen School
What grades does PS 90 Edna Cohen School serve?
PS 90 Edna Cohen School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 90 Edna Cohen School?
PS 90 Edna Cohen School has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 90 Edna Cohen School?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 90 Edna Cohen School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 90 Edna Cohen School rank in NY?
PS 90 Edna Cohen School ranks #3,119 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 90 Edna Cohen School's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 90 Edna Cohen School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 90 Edna Cohen School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 90 Edna Cohen School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 90 Edna Cohen School a charter school?
No, PS 90 Edna Cohen School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 90 Edna Cohen School a Title I school?
No, PS 90 Edna Cohen School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 90 Edna Cohen School?
93.6% of students at PS 90 Edna Cohen 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
- 468
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.2%
- Phone
- (718) 787-3333
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21- District Enrollment
- 34,525
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #31 of 40
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