Very Good
#1673 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 35% in state
Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
9115 5TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11209
Enrollment
1,097
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,097
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,673 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#206 of 570
public schools
In district
#34 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
Equity
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the)
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the)
Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the) is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20. Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the) serves approximately 1,097 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,673 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the) show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the) — Students at Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the) score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 40 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: 7.5/10.
How Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the) Compares
See how Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
9115 5TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 127 MCKINLEY PARK (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 264 BAY RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS (rated 8.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RALPH A FABRIZIO SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 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 264 BAY RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 8.5 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| POLY PREP COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| BAY RIDGE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 185 WALTER KASSENBROCK Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| VISITATION ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| DIMITRIOS & GEORGIA KALOIDIS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| FONTBONNE HALL ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| BAY RIDGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 127 MCKINLEY PARK Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| FORT HAMILTON HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| BAY RIDGE PREPATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| MADELEINE BRENNAN SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| ST EPHREM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| RALPH A FABRIZIO SCHOOL Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| JHS 259 WILLIAM MCKINLEY Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF BAY RIDGE Brooklyn | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 102 BAYVIEW (THE) Brooklyn | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| PS/IS 30 MARY WHITE OVINGTON Brooklyn | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 229 DYKER Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,656
Median Home Value
$905,700
Median Rent
$1,857/mo
Population
70,756
College Educated
52.8%
Homeownership
35.8%
Avg Commute
44.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
41.9
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| ACADEMY OF THE CITY CHARTER SCHOOL Woodside, NY | 7.0 |
| ELLICOTT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orchard Park, NY | 7.0 |
| PARKDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Aurora, NY | 7.0 |
| PS 131 ABIGAIL ADAMS Jamaica, NY | 7.0 |
| PS 230 DORIS L COHEN Brooklyn, NY | 7.0 |
| PS 86 Jamaica, NY | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the)
What grades does Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the) serve?
Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the) serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the)?
Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 1,097 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the) is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the) rank in NY?
Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the) ranks #1,673 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the) has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the) a charter school?
No, Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the) a Title I school?
No, Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the)?
67.9% of students at Ps/is 104 Fort Hamilton School (the) 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,097
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.2%
- Phone
- (718) 836-4630
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20- District Enrollment
- 46,673
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #34 of 45
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