Very Good
#1556 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 33% in state
Based on limited data
PS 958
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
836-841 5TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11232
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 546 schools in Brooklyn. Learn more
Enrollment
116
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
116
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,556 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#183 of 570
public schools
In district
#29 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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PS 958
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
PS 24
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About PS 958
PS 958 is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15. PS 958 serves approximately 116 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 958 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,556 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 116 students, PS 958 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.
Score Breakdown
Partial Profile · 2/3 metricsRequires 2+ years of test data
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How PS 958 Compares
See how PS 958 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
836-841 5TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11232
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 958 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 94 HENRY LONGFELLOW (THE) (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 172 BEACON SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE (rated 8.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEEP DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 24 Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| SUNSET PARK HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 371 LILLIAN L RASHKIS Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 3.5 |
| PS 172 BEACON SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| IS 136 CHARLES O DEWEY Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| SUNSET PARK PREP Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| SUNSET PARK AVENUES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 169 SUNSET PARK Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| SCHOOL OF CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION (THE) Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 1 BERGEN (THE) Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| PS 94 HENRY LONGFELLOW (THE) Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| AL-NOOR SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| BNOS MARGULIA VIZNITZ - DBA OF YESHIVA IMREI CHAIM Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| JHS 220 JOHN J PERSHING Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| HELLENIC CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| SHEMA KOLAINU-HEAR OUR VOICES Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | — |
| WEST BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| YESHIVA & MESIFTA VIYOEL MOSHE Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| LEEP DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| PS 131 Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11232 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,517
Median Home Value
$782,500
Median Rent
$1,972/mo
Population
26,681
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
24.2%
Avg Commute
42 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
36.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FLOYD HARWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hartford, NY | 7.1 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Fresh Meadows, NY | 7.1 |
| SARATOGA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Saratoga Springs, NY | 7.1 |
| STANLEY G FALK SCHOOL - ROOSEVELT SITE Buffalo, NY | 7.1 |
| TRINITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.1 |
| BLUE ROCK SCHOOL West Nyack, NY | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 958
What grades does PS 958 serve?
PS 958 serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend PS 958?
PS 958 has an enrollment of approximately 116 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 958?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 958 is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 958 rank in NY?
PS 958 ranks #1,556 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 958's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 958 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is PS 958 a charter school?
No, PS 958 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 958 a Title I school?
No, PS 958 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 958?
63.8% of students at PS 958 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 – 1st
- Enrollment
- 116
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.3%
- Phone
- (347) 305-6532
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15- District Enrollment
- 26,808
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #29 of 49
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