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#1289 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 27% in state

School of Math Science and Healthy Living

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20

6214 4TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11220

Enrollment

197

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,289 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#148 of 570

public schools

In district

#28 of 45

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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School of Math Science and Healthy Living

7.4/10

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

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6.7/10

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6.6/10

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About School of Math Science and Healthy Living

School of Math Science and Healthy Living is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20. School of Math Science and Healthy Living serves approximately 197 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. School of Math Science and Healthy Living has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,289 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for School of Math Science and Healthy Living show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 197 students, School of Math Science and Healthy Living is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, School of Math Science and Healthy Living sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

34% of students at School of Math Science and Healthy Living 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change+1.22 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2022
TrendImproving
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-25.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-36.4 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Chronic Absenteeism33.5%

School of Math Science and Healthy Living — Students at School of Math Science and Healthy Living score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.1% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 39.6% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2013
Math
24.5%
ELA
5%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2021*
Math
34.5%
ELA
52.1%
2022
Math
28.1%
ELA
24.5%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How School of Math Science and Healthy Living Compares

See how School of Math Science and Healthy Living performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
73th percentile in NY
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.5%

Location

6214 4TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11220

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering School of Math Science and Healthy Living may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCHOOL FOR FUTURE LEADERS (THE) (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 69 VINCENT D GRIPPO SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 94 HENRY LONGFELLOW (THE) (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 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 506 SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM AND TECHNOLOGY (THE) Brooklyn 0.2 mi 6.7
PS 503 SCHOOL OF DISCOVERY (THE) Brooklyn 0.2 mi 6.6
MS 936 ARTS OFF 3RD Brooklyn 0.2 mi 8.7
SUNSET SCHOOL OF CULTURAL LEARNING Brooklyn 0.2 mi 7.6
HIGH SCHOOL OF TELECOMMUNICATION ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn 0.2 mi 8.6
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC ACADEMY OF BRO Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.3
PS/IS 30 MARY WHITE OVINGTON Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.1
LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF BAY RIDGE Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.7
GATEWAY CITY ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.7
BAY RIDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.2
LEEP DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 8.4
BAY RIDGE PREPATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 4.2
RALPH A FABRIZIO SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 8.5
PS 102 BAYVIEW (THE) Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.5
PS 94 HENRY LONGFELLOW (THE) Brooklyn 0.7 mi 8.7
PS 69 VINCENT D GRIPPO SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.7 mi 9.0
PS 1 BERGEN (THE) Brooklyn 0.8 mi 4.1
JHS 259 WILLIAM MCKINLEY Brooklyn 0.9 mi 8.3
SCHOOL FOR FUTURE LEADERS (THE) Brooklyn 0.8 mi 9.2
ST EPHREM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn 1.0 mi 5.5

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

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School Rating
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ECOLE INTERNATIONALE DE NEW YORK - THE ECOLE New York, NY 7.4
JASPER-TROUPSBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Troupsburg, NY 7.4
LIVINGSTON MANOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Livingston Manor, NY 7.4
PS 154 JONATHAN D HYATT Bronx, NY 7.4
PS 16 Troy, NY 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about School of Math Science and Healthy Living

What grades does School of Math Science and Healthy Living serve?

School of Math Science and Healthy Living serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend School of Math Science and Healthy Living?

School of Math Science and Healthy Living has an enrollment of approximately 197 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at School of Math Science and Healthy Living?

The student-teacher ratio at School of Math Science and Healthy Living is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does School of Math Science and Healthy Living rank in NY?

School of Math Science and Healthy Living ranks #1,289 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is School of Math Science and Healthy Living's MySchoolScout rating?

School of Math Science and Healthy Living has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Math Science and Healthy Living?

Based on loaded state assessment records, School of Math Science and Healthy Living has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

Is School of Math Science and Healthy Living a charter school?

No, School of Math Science and Healthy Living is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is School of Math Science and Healthy Living a Title I school?

No, School of Math Science and Healthy Living is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School of Math Science and Healthy Living?

90.4% of students at School of Math Science and Healthy Living 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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Walk Score
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Transit Score
97 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
197
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.5%

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