Serving 122 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 270 Johann Dekalb ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 270 Johann Dekalb ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
P.s. 270 Johann Dekalb's student population of 122 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 270 Johann Dekalb ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 270 Johann Dekalb is 0.69, 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
#2763 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
25%
30%
Black
47%
16%
White
17%
40%
Hawaiian
5%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
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 P.s. 270 Johann Dekalb's ranking?
P.s. 270 Johann Dekalb is ranked #2763 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 270 Johann Dekalb often compared to?
P.s. 270 Johann Dekalbis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 20 Clinton Hill by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 270 Johann Dekalb?
122 students attend P.s. 270 Johann Dekalb.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of P.s. 270 Johann Dekalb students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 270 Johann Dekalb?
P.s. 270 Johann Dekalb has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 270 Johann Dekalb offer ?
P.s. 270 Johann Dekalb offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 270 Johann Dekalb part of?
P.s. 270 Johann Dekalb is part of New York City Geographic District #13 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 270 Johann Dekalb located?
P.s. 270 Johann Dekalb is located in the Clinton Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Clinton Hill.
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