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Ps 38 Pacific (The) is an elementary school located in Brooklyn, New York, serving grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 537 students. This school stands out for its consistent academic excellence, diverse student population, and equitable outcomes for various student subgroups.
Ps 38 Pacific (The) consistently outperforms the New York City Geographic District #15 and the state of New York in proficiency rates for English Language Arts (ELA) and Math across grades 3-5. In the 2022-2023 school year, the school had proficiency rates of 70.67% in 3rd grade ELA, 68.12% in 4th grade ELA, and 60.29% in 5th grade ELA, compared to the district's 63.11%, 68.36%, and 60.74%, respectively, and the state's 44.89%, 48.79%, and 45.09%. In Math, Ps 38 Pacific (The) had proficiency rates of 75% in 3rd grade, 75.36% in 4th grade, and 61.54% in 5th grade, compared to the district's 68.51%, 69.16%, and 63.86%, and the state's 53.68%, 53.85%, and 49.69%. This level of performance is particularly noteworthy given the school's diverse student population, which often correlates with lower academic outcomes in many schools.
Ps 38 Pacific (The) has a relatively balanced racial composition, with White (24.95%), African American (25.51%), and Hispanic (24.02%) students making up the majority, followed by Asian (13.97%) and students of two or more races (10.99%). This diversity is notable compared to some of the nearby schools, such as Brooklyn Prospect Charter School and Compass Charter School, which tend to have a more homogeneous student population. Additionally, the school's strong performance of certain student subgroups, particularly White, Multi-racial, and Low Socio-Economic Status students, who consistently rank among the top in the state, suggests a focus on equity and inclusion.
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