Needs Improvement
#4583 of 4,742 schools in NY
Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the)
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14
850 KENT AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11205
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,583 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#551 of 570
public schools
In district
#37 of 38
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14
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About Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the)
Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the) is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14. Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the) serves approximately 244 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,583 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the) show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
62% of students at Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the) 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/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the) — Students at Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the) score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 29 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: 3.5/10.
How Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the) Compares
See how Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
850 KENT AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is YESHIVA TZEMACH TZADIK VIZNITZ (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YESHIVA BETH HILLEL OF WILLIAMSBURG (rated 5.5/10, 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 11205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,753
Median Home Value
$892,800
Median Rent
$2,307/mo
Population
50,205
College Educated
52.5%
Homeownership
29%
Avg Commute
35.8 min
Poverty Rate
26.7%
Median Age
30.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the)
What grades does Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the) serve?
Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the)?
Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the) has an enrollment of approximately 244 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the) is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the) rank in NY?
Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the) ranks #4,583 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the) has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the) a charter school?
No, Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the) a Title I school?
No, Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (the)?
83.6% of students at Ps/is 157 Benjamin Franklin Heath and Science Academy (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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 244
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.3%
- Phone
- (718) 622-9285
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14- District Enrollment
- 15,196
- Schools in District
- 38
- District Rank
- #37 of 38
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