Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont

Summary:

Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont is an exceptional elementary school in Brooklyn, New York, serving students from pre-kindergarten to 5th grade. With a diverse student population, the school consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state, delivering outstanding academic results and supporting the success of students across various subgroups.

Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont's academic performance is truly remarkable, with proficiency rates significantly higher than the district and state averages in both English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics. The school's statewide ranking of 82 out of 2,439 schools in the 2022-2023 school year is a testament to its exceptional educational standards. Notably, the school's performance across different student subgroups, including female, male, Hispanic, White, low socioeconomic status, and homeless students, is particularly impressive, with the school ranking highly in these categories compared to other schools in New York.

When compared to nearby schools, such as Ps 34 Oliver H Perry and Ps 110 Monitor (The), which are within a mile of Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont, the school's exceptional performance stands out. With a relatively high per-student spending of $17,331 in the 2022-2023 school year, the school has access to the resources and funding necessary to support its students' educational needs, contributing to its consistent high performance and its ability to serve the diverse needs of its student population. Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont is truly a model of excellence in elementary education, setting a high standard for schools within the New York City Geographic District #14.


Detail:

Public, Magnet PK, KG-5

 75 Meserole Ave
       Brooklyn, NY  11222-2669


(718) 383-8998

District: New York City Geographic District #14

SchoolDigger Rank:
82nd of 2,439 New York Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $17,331 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  16.6 Help
Number of students:  524

Racial breakdown:

White:
45.2%
Hispanic:
37.0%
African American:
6.7%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  68.3% Help


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Compare Details Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont ranks better than 96.6% of elementary schools in New York. It also ranks first among 19 ranked elementary schools in the New York City Geographic District #14! (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 95.27. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (45.2%), Hispanic (37%), Asian (6.7%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 68.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont is 16.6. 18 elementary schools in the New York City Geographic District #14 have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont is $17,331. 17 elementary schools in the New York City Geographic District #14 spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2023 Rankings:

Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont:

SchoolDigger ranks Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont 82nd of 2439 New York public elementary schools. (See Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont in the ranking list.)

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New York City Geographic District #14:

SchoolDigger ranks New York City Geographic District #14 577th of 866 New York school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont

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Rank History for all students at Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 85.67 105th 2206 95.2%
2007 86.41 77th 2219 96.5%
2008 87.07 33rd 2227 98.5%
2009 86.14 27th 2257 98.8%
2010 92.90 11th 2263 99.5%
2011 94.28 6th 2286 99.7%
2012 92.09 32nd 2320 98.6%
2013 93.22 79th 2325 96.6%
2014 89.59 151st 2345 93.6%
2015 91.35 117th 2352 95.0%
2016 85.55 256th 2366 89.2%
2017 86.48 236th 2386 90.1%
2018 86.00 248th 2395 89.6%
2019 88.06 246th 2413 89.8%
2021 95.66 13th 2201 99.4%
2022 96.72 25th 2434 99.0%
2023 95.27 82nd 2439 96.6%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 79.60 193rd 1941 90.1%
2019 73.43 245th 1859 86.8%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 91.09 92nd 2045 95.5%
2019 92.54 97th 2032 95.2%
2021 98.42 5th 1678 99.7%
2022 98.32 21st 2099 99.0%
2023 96.53 52nd 2041 97.5%
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Rank History for Homeless students at Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 87.17 56th 730 92.3%
2019 96.32 7th 570 98.8%
2021 97.02 2nd 70 97.1%
2022 97.33 10th 622 98.4%
2023 95.85 18th 637 97.2%
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Rank History for Female students at Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 81.65 331st 2338 85.8%
2019 85.09 283rd 2357 88.0%
2021 95.68 7th 1955 99.6%
2022 96.64 18th 2401 99.3%
2023 96.16 39th 2403 98.4%
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Rank History for Male students at Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 86.44 206th 2340 91.2%
2019 88.19 219th 2358 90.7%
2021 93.06 31st 1961 98.4%
2022 94.99 50th 2400 97.9%
2023 92.50 132nd 2400 94.5%
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Rank History for African American students at Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 71.32 199th 891 77.7%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 84.77 133rd 1392 90.4%
2019 79.81 186th 1315 85.9%
2021 97.09 7th 818 99.1%
2022 96.46 33rd 1503 97.8%
2023 92.33 68th 1429 95.2%
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Rank History for White students at Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 84.41 127th 1408 91.0%
2019 94.30 24th 1338 98.2%
2021 92.49 10th 1224 99.2%
2022 95.76 10th 1399 99.3%
2023 95.01 14th 1337 99.0%
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Data source: test scores: NY State Education Department, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

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All ratings (Avg rating: 4.6)
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Reviews:
by a parent
Friday, March 31, 2017

Open Quote Close knit fun school. Close Quote


by a parent
Saturday, November 5, 2016

Open Quote I couldn't ask for better schooling for my two sons. The school is under excellent leadership of its principal. Highly recommended. Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Open Quote P.S. 31 is a great school. My son is in Pre-k this year and is having a wonderful time learning and meeting friends. Unlike some sites say, they do get exercise. The Pre-k classes take walks around the block while observing shapes and nature. They also do exercises in class. The older children have recess outside in the school yard. This school is excellent. I highly recommend it. Close Quote


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Monday, December 14, 2015

Open Quote I liked PS 31 from the moment I stepped foot into the school. My son had terrible separation anxiety when first starting Pre-K but all of that changed. He now loves his school. Why? Because of his beloved teacher, Ms. Fogelman. This teacher treats each child as though they were her own. Our hearts sing when we are in her presence. The para professional, Ms. Carmela is also a joy. Dedicated, kind and hard working teachers who go above and beyond for their students are what my child has at PS 31. I am grateful every single day.
I have seen a big change in my wild, rambunctious child who found coloring boring before starting school. He is now a patient, focused person who is absorbed in his work. The concentration that previously was lavished on Legos and Transformers has now spilled into everything he does... especially projects. Wether done as a family, in a group or on his own, my 4 year old child enjoys learning and immersing himself in school activities. Isn't that marvelous?! He feels a great deal of pride and joy in the stars and compliments he finds written by his teachers on his work.
My son is learning at light speed. Each day he surprises me with new information.
There are also wonderful ways to be involved as a parent in my child's school. I can come in and teach a lesson on a Fabulous Friday. I can surprise the class as a mystery reader. I've heard other parents talk of feeling like they are a part of a community. Well, I feel as though I am a part of the class.
Perhaps I speak too soon. After all, I know only of a pre-K experience; however, I feel a strong affinity to PS 31. It is known as a Blue Ribbon School Of Excellence, which is tremendous! Along with the strong academics (a necessity) I give it a blue ribbon for the kindness, thoughtfulness and comfort it has been for my family.

PS- The school offers outdoor activities for the younger children and recess for all. Close Quote


by a parent
Sunday, August 28, 2011

Open Quote As a lifelong resident of the area, I could not be happier about this school. This school takes a top notch approach in teaching children. Close Quote


by a parent
Friday, June 3, 2011

Open Quote Incredible school. I could not hope for a better education for my children. Fantastic teachers, environment, and a caring and supportive staff. If I could give PS 31 ten stars, I would. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 123 2 126 473 0 n/a n/a 0 724
1990 110 3 113 477 0 n/a n/a 0 703
1991 113 10 89 452 0 n/a n/a 0 664
1992 130 14 93 439 0 n/a n/a 0 676
1993 160 11 87 444 4 n/a n/a 0 706
1994 169 19 92 429 4 n/a n/a 0 713
1995 177 25 97 506 3 n/a n/a 0 808
1996 177 25 97 506 3 n/a n/a 0 808
1997 189 23 105 503 5 n/a n/a 0 825
1998 213 20 104 516 4 n/a n/a 0 857
1999 251 19 115 507 0 n/a n/a 0 892
2000 245 16 114 515 0 n/a n/a 0 890
2001 258 12 106 516 4 n/a n/a 0 896
2002 252 11 91 488 3 n/a n/a 0 845
2003 252 11 91 488 3 n/a n/a 0 845
2004 246 14 81 457 3 n/a n/a 0 801
2005 209 10 62 367 3 n/a n/a 0 651
2006 184 19 68 339 3 n/a n/a 0 613
2007 184 30 69 312 1 n/a n/a 0 596
2008 183 22 66 275 1 n/a n/a 0 547
2009 184 19 62 263 1 n/a n/a 0 529
2010 196 25 55 265 2 n/a n/a 0 543
2011 207 24 52 271 2 0 0 0 556
2012 230 39 63 275 2 1 0 0 610
2013 214 32 57 269 5 1 2 0 580
2014 228 28 57 277 4 0 3 0 597
2015 241 29 58 285 5 0 3 0 621
2016 261 30 50 265 4 0 2 0 612
2017 259 29 50 252 4 0 1 0 595
2018 255 28 55 247 5 0 4 0 594
2019 270 31 52 252 5 0 8 0 618
2020 269 39 45 253 4 0 11 0 621
2021 248 35 47 228 4 0 18 0 580
2022 238 37 38 211 1 0 19 0 544
2023 237 35 35 194 1 0 22 0 524

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 724 31.0 23.3 n/a
1990 703 33.0 21.3 n/a
1991 664 32.0 20.7 n/a
1992 676 31.0 21.8 n/a
1993 706 33.0 21.4 n/a
1994 713 32.0 22.3 n/a
1995 808 38.0 21.3 n/a
1996 808 38.0 21.3 n/a
1997 825 39.0 21.2 79
1998 857 42.0 20.4 80.5
1999 892 44.0 20.3 77.4
2000 890 44.0 20.2 83.5
2001 896 48.0 18.7 82.5
2002 845 n/a n/a n/a
2003 845 n/a n/a n/a
2004 801 n/a n/a n/a
2005 651 41.0 15.9 0
2006 613 38.0 16.1 71
2007 596 41.4 14.4 73
2008 547 41.0 13.3 71.8
2009 529 39.0 13.6 74.9
2010 543 39.8 13.6 n/a
2011 556 39.0 14.2 70
2012 610 37.0 16.4 68
2013 580 37.5 15.4 67.8
2014 597 36.0 16.5 64.2
2015 621 38.0 16.3 71.8
2016 612 42.0 14.5 72.1
2017 595 41.8 14.2 68.6
2018 594 40.0 14.8 72.1
2019 618 40.0 15.4 72
2020 621 35.0 17.7 67.1
2021 580 36.0 16.1 63.4
2022 544 36.0 15.1 64.9
2023 524 31.4 16.6 68.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 724 31.0 23.3 n/a
1990 703 33.0 21.3 n/a
1991 664 32.0 20.7 n/a
1992 676 31.0 21.8 n/a
1993 706 33.0 21.4 n/a
1994 713 32.0 22.3 n/a
1995 808 38.0 21.3 n/a
1996 808 38.0 21.3 n/a
1997 825 39.0 21.2 79
1998 857 42.0 20.4 80.5
1999 892 44.0 20.3 77.4
2000 890 44.0 20.2 83.5
2001 896 48.0 18.7 82.5
2002 845 n/a n/a n/a
2003 845 n/a n/a n/a
2004 801 n/a n/a n/a
2005 651 41.0 15.9 0
2006 613 38.0 16.1 71
2007 596 41.4 14.4 73
2008 547 41.0 13.3 71.8
2009 529 39.0 13.6 74.9
2010 543 39.8 13.6 n/a
2011 556 39.0 14.2 70
2012 610 37.0 16.4 68
2013 580 37.5 15.4 67.8
2014 597 36.0 16.5 64.2
2015 621 38.0 16.3 71.8
2016 612 42.0 14.5 72.1
2017 595 41.8 14.2 68.6
2018 594 40.0 14.8 72.1
2019 618 40.0 15.4 72
2020 621 35.0 17.7 67.1
2021 580 36.0 16.1 63.4
2022 544 36.0 15.1 64.9
2023 524 31.4 16.6 68.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Immunization Rates

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YearCompletely Immunized
201596.9%

Data source: New York State Department of Health
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,060 (7.5%) $12,994 (92.5%) $14,054
2020 $1,072 (7.7%) $12,791 (92.3%) $13,863
2021 $1,356 (9.0%) $13,763 (91.0%) $15,118
2022 $2,239 (12.8%) $15,266 (87.2%) $17,504
2023 $1,500 (8.7%) $15,831 (91.3%) $17,331

Data source: New York Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 246th of 2413 Elementary schoolsRanks 82nd of 2439 Elementary schools
 6.8%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont)8084.2
 4.2%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (New York City Geographic District #14)5353.6
 0.6%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (New York)5244.9
 7.1%
3rd Grade Math (Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont)7778.3
 1.3%
   3rd Grade Math (New York City Geographic District #14)5159.4
 8.3%
   3rd Grade Math (New York)5453.7
 0.3%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont)7095.2
 25.2%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (New York City Geographic District #14)5053.4
 3.4%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (New York)4848.8
 0.8%
4th Grade Math (Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont)7697.7
 21.7%
   4th Grade Math (New York City Geographic District #14)5150.5
 0.5%
   4th Grade Math (New York)5053.9
 3.8%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont)6186.1
 25.1%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (New York City Geographic District #14)3648.3
 12.3%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (New York)3845.1
 7.1%
5th Grade Math (Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont)7390.2
 17.2%
   5th Grade Math (New York City Geographic District #14)4047.9
 7.9%
   5th Grade Math (New York)4649.7
 3.7%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students618524
 15.2%
African American3135
 12.9%
American Indian51
 80%
Asian5235
 32.7%
Hispanic252194
 23%
Pacific Islander00
White270237
 12.2%
Two or More Races822
 175%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients72%68.3%
 3.7%


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Yes! Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont is one of the best elementary schools in the state. It ranks 82nd of 2439 New York elementary schools.

In the 2022-23 school year, 524 students attended Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont.

Students at Ps 31 Samuel F Dupont are 45% White, 37% Hispanic, 7% African American, 7% Asian, 4% Two or more races.


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