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#316 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 7% in state

Ralph a Fabrizio School

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20

619 72ND ST, Brooklyn, NY 11209

Enrollment

843

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#316 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#21 of 570

public schools

In district

#9 of 45

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20

Equity

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Ralph a Fabrizio School

8.5/10

Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ralph a Fabrizio School

Ralph a Fabrizio School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20. Ralph a Fabrizio School serves approximately 843 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ralph a Fabrizio School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #316 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Ralph a Fabrizio School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.6
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency70.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+16.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.8 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+28.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Chronic Absenteeism16%

Ralph a Fabrizio School — Students at Ralph a Fabrizio School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 55.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
95%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
33%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
66%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
80%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
80%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
63%
ELA
65%
2021*
Math
62.5%
ELA
66%
2022
Math
70.1%
ELA
61.7%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Ralph a Fabrizio School Compares

See how Ralph a Fabrizio School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
93th percentile in NY
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
64 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.0%

Location

619 72ND ST, Brooklyn, NY 11209

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ralph a Fabrizio School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCHOOL FOR FUTURE LEADERS (THE) (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 69 VINCENT D GRIPPO SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 127 MCKINLEY PARK (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF BAY RIDGE Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.7
JHS 259 WILLIAM MCKINLEY Brooklyn 0.3 mi 8.3
PS/IS 30 MARY WHITE OVINGTON Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.1
ST EPHREM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.5
PS 127 MCKINLEY PARK Brooklyn 0.4 mi 8.6
BAY RIDGE PREPATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 4.2
BAY RIDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.2
HIGH SCHOOL OF TELECOMMUNICATION ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn 0.5 mi 8.6
PS 69 VINCENT D GRIPPO SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 9.0
SCHOOL OF MATH SCIENCE AND HEALTHY LIVING Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.4
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC ACADEMY OF BRO Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.3
GATEWAY CITY ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.7
BAY RIDGE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.0
PS 102 BAYVIEW (THE) Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.5
SCHOOL FOR FUTURE LEADERS (THE) Brooklyn 0.6 mi 9.2
PS 506 SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM AND TECHNOLOGY (THE) Brooklyn 0.8 mi 6.7
PS 503 SCHOOL OF DISCOVERY (THE) Brooklyn 0.8 mi 6.6
MADELEINE BRENNAN SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.8 mi 8.2
MS 936 ARTS OFF 3RD Brooklyn 0.9 mi 8.7
SUNSET SCHOOL OF CULTURAL LEARNING Brooklyn 0.9 mi 7.6

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

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
ACADEMY FOR EXCELLENCE THROUGH THE ARTS (THE) Forest Hills, NY 8.5
COVERT AVENUE SCHOOL Elmont, NY 8.5
DODGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Amherst, NY 8.5
GARDINERS AVENUE SCHOOL Levittown, NY 8.5
LEO F GIBLYN SCHOOL Freeport, NY 8.5
NORTHSIDE SCHOOL Levittown, NY 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ralph a Fabrizio School

What grades does Ralph a Fabrizio School serve?

Ralph a Fabrizio School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Ralph a Fabrizio School?

Ralph a Fabrizio School has an enrollment of approximately 843 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ralph a Fabrizio School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ralph a Fabrizio School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ralph a Fabrizio School rank in NY?

Ralph a Fabrizio School ranks #316 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Ralph a Fabrizio School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ralph a Fabrizio School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Ralph a Fabrizio School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ralph a Fabrizio School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ralph a Fabrizio School a charter school?

No, Ralph a Fabrizio School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ralph a Fabrizio School a Title I school?

No, Ralph a Fabrizio School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ralph a Fabrizio School?

91.6% of students at Ralph a Fabrizio School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Transit Score
94 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
81 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
843
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
64
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.0%

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