Skip to main content

Excellent

#669 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 14% in state

Based on limited data

School of Creativity and Innovation (the)

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15

4513 8TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11220

Enrollment

266

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#669 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#66 of 570

public schools

In district

#13 of 49

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around School of Creativity and Innovation (the)?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

School of Creativity and Innovation (the)

8.0/10

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

Jhs 220 John J Pershing

9.1/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

PS 169 Sunset Park

6.9/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About School of Creativity and Innovation (the)

School of Creativity and Innovation (the) is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15. School of Creativity and Innovation (the) serves approximately 266 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. School of Creativity and Innovation (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #669 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for School of Creativity and Innovation (the) show 25% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.1
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics7.4Very Good60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Chronic Absenteeism17.3%

School of Creativity and Innovation (the) — Students at School of Creativity and Innovation (the) score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 25.0% (2022 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 75.0% (2022 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A

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

How School of Creativity and Innovation (the) Compares

See how School of Creativity and Innovation (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
86th percentile in NY
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.3%

Location

4513 8TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11220

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering School of Creativity and Innovation (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 160 WILLIAM T SAMPSON (rated 9.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 94 HENRY LONGFELLOW (THE) (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 105 BLYTHEBOURNE (THE) (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi
School Distance Rating
JHS 220 JOHN J PERSHING Brooklyn 0.2 mi 9.1
PS 169 SUNSET PARK Brooklyn 0.2 mi 6.9
YESHIVA & MESIFTA VIYOEL MOSHE Brooklyn 0.3 mi 3.9
BNOS MARGULIA VIZNITZ - DBA OF YESHIVA IMREI CHAIM Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.0
SHEMA KOLAINU-HEAR OUR VOICES Brooklyn 0.4 mi
PS 160 WILLIAM T SAMPSON Brooklyn 0.5 mi 9.1
PS 94 HENRY LONGFELLOW (THE) Brooklyn 0.4 mi 8.7
UNITED TALMUDICAL ACADEMY-TORAH V'YIRAH Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.4
TALMUD TORAH DRABINU YOEL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.4
PS 131 Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.7
WEST BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.5
BAIS CHAYA ESTHER Brooklyn 0.6 mi 5.5
PS 24 Brooklyn 0.7 mi 5.5
PS 958 Brooklyn 0.7 mi 7.1
SUNSET PARK AVENUES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.8
PS 105 BLYTHEBOURNE (THE) Brooklyn 0.7 mi 8.4
IS 136 CHARLES O DEWEY Brooklyn 0.7 mi 5.3
SUNSET PARK PREP Brooklyn 0.7 mi 5.2
LEEP DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 8.4
PS 371 LILLIAN L RASHKIS Brooklyn 0.8 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,201

Median Home Value

$1,021,200

Median Rent

$1,688/mo

Population

90,792

College Educated

25.4%

Homeownership

27.6%

Avg Commute

43.6 min

Poverty Rate

23.3%

Median Age

37.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BROOKLYN RISE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 8.0
BUCKLEY COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Roslyn, NY 8.0
CUBA-RUSHFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cuba, NY 8.0
EAST MORICHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Moriches, NY 8.0
FOREST BROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hauppauge, NY 8.0
HAMAGRAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar, NY 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about School of Creativity and Innovation (the)

What grades does School of Creativity and Innovation (the) serve?

School of Creativity and Innovation (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend School of Creativity and Innovation (the)?

School of Creativity and Innovation (the) has an enrollment of approximately 266 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at School of Creativity and Innovation (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at School of Creativity and Innovation (the) is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does School of Creativity and Innovation (the) rank in NY?

School of Creativity and Innovation (the) ranks #669 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is School of Creativity and Innovation (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

School of Creativity and Innovation (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 School of Creativity and Innovation (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, School of Creativity and Innovation (the) has 25% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).

Is School of Creativity and Innovation (the) a charter school?

No, School of Creativity and Innovation (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is School of Creativity and Innovation (the) a Title I school?

No, School of Creativity and Innovation (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School of Creativity and Innovation (the)?

84.2% of students at School of Creativity and Innovation (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.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
88 Very Walkable
Transit Score
88 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
74 Very Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.3%

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.