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Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32

242 COOPER ST, Brooklyn, NY 11207

Last updated: May 2026

Enrollment

349

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

349

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated
2022-23

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Brooklyn

#424 of 570

public schools

New York elementary schools

#1,838 of 2,549

In district

#20 of 27

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32

School environment

8.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter

PS/IS 384 Frances E Carter is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, New York. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 349 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 9.4:1 with 37 full-time equivalent teachers. Located in a bustling city setting, PS/IS 384 offers a nurturing environment for young learners.

The academic performance at PS/IS 384 currently reflects areas where the school is focusing on development and improvement. With a MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 out of 10 and a state ranking of #4622 out of 4758 schools in New York, there is room for academic growth. In ELA/Reading, 28% of students are proficient or above, while in Math, 22% meet proficiency standards.

PS/IS 384 is situated in a vibrant urban neighborhood where the school community works together to support and enhance educational opportunities for all its students.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.4:1, Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics

Student Progress—Not Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics3.2Fair60%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency22%

Reading/ELA Proficiency28%

Overall Proficiency25%

Expected (poverty-adj.)46%

vs. Expected-20.5 pts

Adjusted Percentile13th

College Readiness—Not Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.6Excellent40%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio9.4:1

Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter — Students at Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 22.0%

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 28.0%

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State

N/A

Based on 2 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

How Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter Compares

See how Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

5.4/10

28th percentile in NY

Academic

3.2/10

Environment

8.6/10

Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

89%

Teaching Staff

9:1 student-teacher ratio

37 teachers

Location

242 COOPER ST, Brooklyn, NY 11207

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROBERT E PEARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Ridgewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 151 LYNDON B JOHNSON (rated 7.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 106 EDWARD EVERETT HALE (rated 6.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PS 151 LYNDON B JOHNSON Brooklyn	0.3 mi	285	7.0
EVERGREEN MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR URBAN EXPLORATION Brooklyn	0.3 mi	350	6.9
BUSHWICK ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.4 mi	771	2.7
PS/IS 45 HORACE E GREENE Brooklyn	0.3 mi	471	5.0
PS 106 EDWARD EVERETT HALE Brooklyn	0.5 mi	327	6.2
ROBERT E PEARY SCHOOL Ridgewood	0.6 mi	596	7.1
ACADEMY OF URBAN PLANNING AND ENGINEERING (THE) Brooklyn	0.6 mi	432	6.2
BROOKLYN SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE (THE) Brooklyn	0.6 mi	275	5.7
ACADEMY FOR EXCELLENCE IN LEADERSHIP Brooklyn	0.6 mi	272	6.6
BROOKLYN SCHOOL FOR MATH AND RESEARCH (THE) Brooklyn	0.6 mi	350	7.6
PS 239 Ridgewood	0.7 mi	410	5.7
BUSHWICK LEADERS HIGH SCHOOL FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Glendale	0.7 mi	344	6.7
JOSEPH F QUINN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL 77 Ridgewood	0.7 mi	602	5.4
PS 68 CAMBRIDGE Ridgewood	0.6 mi	475	5.3
PS 377 ALEJANDRINA B DE GAUTIER Brooklyn	0.6 mi	194	5.3
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST NORTH BROOKLYN PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.6 mi	835	4.3
BROOKLYN LANDMARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.7 mi	387	5.0
BROOKLYN ENVIRONMENTAL EXPLORATION SCHOOL (BEES) Brooklyn	0.7 mi	165	6.0
ALL CITY LEADERSHIP SECONDARY SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.7 mi	431	6.6
JHS 291 ROLAND HAYES Brooklyn	0.7 mi	303	4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,419

Median Home Value

$657,400

Median Rent

$1,443/mo

Population

93,445

College Educated

19.4%

Homeownership

26.9%

Avg Commute

45.9 min

Poverty Rate

27.3%

Median Age

36.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter has a median household income of $55,419. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $657,400, with a median rent of $1,443/month. The area has a poverty rate of 27.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 46 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
AURA A COLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Square, NY	387	5.4
BEVERLY J MARTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca, NY	278	5.4
BROOKLYN GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY	311	5.4
CAMBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cambridge, NY	389	5.4
DR WALTER COOPER ACADEMY Rochester, NY	311	5.4
G W KRIEGER SCHOOL Poughkeepsie, NY	433	5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter

What grades does Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter serve?

Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter?

Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter has an enrollment of approximately 349 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter?

The student-teacher ratio at Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter rank in NY?

Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter is ranked #3392 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter's MySchoolScout rating?

Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter has a composite rating of 5.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter has 22.0% math proficiency and 28.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter a charter school?

No, Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter a Title I school?

No, Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter?

89.4% of students at Ps/is 384 Frances E Carter qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 349
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 37
Free/Reduced Lunch: 89.4%
Type: regular
Setting: Large City
County: Kings County
Phone: (718) 642-4890
Data Year: 2023–2024

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