Serving 534 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School's student population of 534 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2137 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
53%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
35%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School's ranking?
Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School is ranked #2137 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School often compared to?
Brooklyn Arbor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 132 Conselyea School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School?
534 students attend Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School?
Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School offer ?
Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School part of?
Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School is part of New York City Geographic District #14 School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School located?
Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School is located in the Southside neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Southside.
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