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#4376 of 4,742 schools in NY
PS 93 William H Prescott
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13
31 NEW YORK AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11216
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,376 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#526 of 570
public schools
In district
#34 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13
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PS 93 William H Prescott
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About PS 93 William H Prescott
PS 93 William H Prescott is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13. PS 93 William H Prescott serves approximately 178 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 93 William H Prescott has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,376 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 93 William H Prescott show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 178 students, PS 93 William H Prescott is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
78% of students at PS 93 William H Prescott 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 93 William H Prescott — Students at PS 93 William H Prescott score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 4.3/10.
How PS 93 William H Prescott Compares
See how PS 93 William H Prescott performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
31 NEW YORK AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11216
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 93 William H Prescott may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL - CSD 13.2 (rated 9.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ACADEMY OF ARTS AND LETTERS (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 138 (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,000
Median Home Value
$1,398,400
Median Rent
$2,180/mo
Population
59,913
College Educated
55.8%
Homeownership
23.3%
Avg Commute
42 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MOSAIC PREPARATORY ACADEMY New York, NY | 3.7 |
| PS 46 ALBERT V MANISCALCO Staten Island, NY | 3.7 |
| PS 81 THADDEUS STEVENS Brooklyn, NY | 3.7 |
| CLIFTON-FINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Star Lake, NY | 3.8 |
| OAK STREET SCHOOL Plattsburgh, NY | 3.8 |
| PS 134 HENRIETTA SZOLD New York, NY | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 93 William H Prescott
What grades does PS 93 William H Prescott serve?
PS 93 William H Prescott serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 93 William H Prescott?
PS 93 William H Prescott has an enrollment of approximately 178 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 93 William H Prescott?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 93 William H Prescott is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 93 William H Prescott rank in NY?
PS 93 William H Prescott ranks #4,376 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 93 William H Prescott's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 93 William H Prescott 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 93 William H Prescott?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 93 William H Prescott has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 93 William H Prescott a charter school?
No, PS 93 William H Prescott is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 93 William H Prescott a Title I school?
No, PS 93 William H Prescott is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 93 William H Prescott?
97.2% of students at PS 93 William H Prescott 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
- 178
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 78.1%
- Phone
- (718) 604-7363
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13- District Enrollment
- 19,232
- Schools in District
- 41
- District Rank
- #34 of 40
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