Ps 247

Summary:

PS 247 is a high-performing elementary school located in Brooklyn, New York, serving 710 students in grades K-5. It is part of the New York City Geographic District #20, which is ranked 242 out of 865 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

PS 247 consistently outperforms the district and the state in academic proficiency, with ELA proficiency rates ranging from 58.56% to 72.53% and Math proficiency rates ranging from 76.42% to 85.71% across grade levels. The school also excels in supporting traditionally underserved student groups, ranking among the top schools in New York for English Language Learners, Special Education students, and students from low socioeconomic backgrounds. With a relatively low student-teacher ratio and increasing per-student spending, PS 247 demonstrates a strong commitment to investing in its students' education.

While PS 247 outperforms many nearby schools, such as PS 226 Alfred De B Mason and PS 48 Mapleton, some other local schools, like Success Academy Charter School - Bensonhurst and Brooklyn School Of Inquiry, also demonstrate impressive academic results. However, the nearby schools in New York City Geographic District #21 generally perform below PS 247 and the district average, suggesting that the school's location within District #20 may be a contributing factor to its success.


Detail:

Public K-5

 7000 21st Ave
       Brooklyn, NY  11204-2294


(718) 236-4205

District: New York City Geographic District #20

SchoolDigger Rank:
304th of 2,445 New York Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $21,525 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  13.4 Help
Number of students:  710

Racial breakdown:

Asian:
60.6%
White:
23.1%
Hispanic:
14.6%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  70% Help


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Compare Details Ps 247 ranks better than 87.6% of elementary schools in New York. It also ranks 5th among 31 ranked elementary schools in the New York City Geographic District #20. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 85.53. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Ps 247 is diverse. Racial makeup is: Asian (60.6%), White (23.1%), Hispanic (14.6%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 70% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Ps 247 is 13.4. 18 elementary schools in the New York City Geographic District #20 have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Ps 247 is $21,525, which is the 6th highest among 31 elementary schools in the New York City Geographic District #20.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Ps 247:

SchoolDigger ranks Ps 247 304th of 2445 New York public elementary schools. (See Ps 247 in the ranking list.)

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New York City Geographic District #20:

SchoolDigger ranks New York City Geographic District #20 242nd of 865 New York school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Ps 247

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Rank History for all students at Ps 247

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 72.25 639th 2206 71.0%
2007 74.35 561st 2219 74.7%
2008 64.04 965th 2227 56.7%
2009 67.03 832nd 2257 63.1%
2010 78.38 397th 2263 82.5%
2011 87.30 154th 2286 93.3%
2012 88.82 119th 2320 94.9%
2013 91.07 126th 2325 94.6%
2014 88.95 168th 2345 92.8%
2015 86.83 223rd 2352 90.5%
2016 78.72 420th 2366 82.2%
2017 87.55 208th 2386 91.3%
2018 86.94 220th 2395 90.8%
2019 89.75 202nd 2413 91.6%
2021 81.08 342nd 2201 84.5%
2022 89.24 212th 2434 91.3%
2023 91.30 192nd 2439 92.1%
2024 85.53 304th 2445 87.6%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Ps 247

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 78.42 79th 938 91.6%
2019 79.17 61st 860 92.9%
2021 76.03 63rd 454 86.1%
2022 81.33 93rd 1027 90.9%
2023 80.45 88th 1001 91.2%
2024 86.25 48th 1066 95.5%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Ps 247

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 85.57 130th 1941 93.3%
2019 80.41 169th 1859 90.9%
2021 53.04 384th 1044 63.2%
2022 79.14 221st 2031 89.1%
2023 88.66 127th 2016 93.7%
2024 70.84 380th 2110 82.0%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Ps 247

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 92.40 73rd 2045 96.4%
2019 95.55 64th 2032 96.9%
2021 87.28 114th 1678 93.2%
2022 93.71 79th 2099 96.2%
2023 95.21 82nd 2041 96.0%
2024 90.63 126th 2078 93.9%
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Rank History for Homeless students at Ps 247

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 64.18 180th 766 76.5%
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Rank History for Female students at Ps 247

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 87.15 192nd 2338 91.8%
2019 90.39 157th 2357 93.3%
2021 75.81 378th 1955 80.7%
2022 85.19 286th 2401 88.1%
2023 90.53 186th 2403 92.3%
2024 85.95 270th 2413 88.8%
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Rank History for Male students at Ps 247

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 83.80 268th 2340 88.5%
2019 85.71 262nd 2358 88.9%
2021 80.88 290th 1961 85.2%
2022 90.51 151st 2400 93.7%
2023 89.46 200th 2400 91.7%
2024 81.85 360th 2411 85.1%
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Rank History for Asian students at Ps 247

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 67.02 197th 601 67.2%
2019 70.01 153rd 548 72.1%
2021 56.73 221st 430 48.6%
2022 73.30 165th 671 75.4%
2023 73.12 154th 605 74.5%
2024 73.68 158th 662 76.1%
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Rank History for White students at Ps 247

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 72.48 332nd 1408 76.4%
2019 76.55 295th 1338 78.0%
2022 69.99 385th 1399 72.5%
2023 74.99 316th 1337 76.4%
2024 56.38 591st 1392 57.5%
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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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Data source: NY State Education Department

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Reviews:
by a parent
Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Open Quote I think this one excellent school, my daughter came to this school in november of her 4th grade year. I was a little nervous concidering the work was alot harder. I spoke to her teacher and explained to her, that my daughters last school never did any of this work or even expected certain things. She assurred me not to worry and they would do everything that they could to help her. I have to say they were true to their word, my daughter did great and she received 3 in her math and 3 in her ELA and a 4 on her state science test. I am proud not only of my daugher because she used the tools and education they gave her to do great, but with the teachers and the dedication they have for the children. I also have to say the principle and vice principle are fanstic and they are very welcoming. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Ps 247

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 417 29 79 59 0 n/a n/a 0 584
1990 439 23 90 52 0 n/a n/a 0 604
1991 406 25 99 44 0 n/a n/a 30 604
1992 394 21 101 54 0 n/a n/a 0 570
1993 431 9 115 47 0 n/a n/a 0 602
1994 418 9 120 50 0 n/a n/a 0 597
1995 427 5 163 57 0 n/a n/a 0 652
1996 427 5 163 57 0 n/a n/a 0 652
1997 414 6 168 52 0 n/a n/a 0 640
1998 376 5 196 58 0 n/a n/a 0 635
1999 383 3 213 78 0 n/a n/a 0 677
2000 375 2 230 77 0 n/a n/a 0 684
2001 375 2 234 79 0 n/a n/a 0 690
2002 332 1 262 63 1 n/a n/a 0 659
2003 332 1 262 63 1 n/a n/a 0 659
2004 343 2 251 68 1 n/a n/a 0 665
2005 327 2 277 68 1 n/a n/a 0 675
2006 331 1 271 70 1 n/a n/a 0 674
2007 312 2 286 58 0 n/a n/a 0 658
2008 297 4 285 76 0 n/a n/a 0 662
2009 294 5 302 83 0 n/a n/a 0 684
2010 291 3 320 85 0 n/a n/a 0 699
2011 305 5 332 93 0 0 0 0 735
2012 296 8 362 95 0 0 0 0 761
2013 291 7 347 106 0 2 0 0 753
2014 303 7 372 110 0 0 1 0 793
2015 308 5 402 104 2 0 1 0 822
2016 304 5 396 113 2 0 1 0 821
2017 314 8 408 112 2 3 0 0 847
2018 310 4 435 116 5 3 0 0 873
2019 303 4 451 105 3 2 0 0 868
2020 283 6 455 106 3 2 0 0 855
2021 240 4 447 100 4 0 1 0 796
2022 203 8 431 105 3 0 3 0 753
2023 164 5 430 104 4 1 2 0 710

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 247

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 584 30.9 18.8 n/a
1990 604 30.9 19.5 n/a
1991 604 32.9 18.3 n/a
1992 570 29.9 19.0 n/a
1993 602 30.0 20.1 n/a
1994 597 31.2 19.1 n/a
1995 652 31.2 20.9 n/a
1996 652 31.2 20.9 n/a
1997 640 35.2 18.2 59.7
1998 635 36.2 17.5 69.3
1999 677 37.2 18.2 63.5
2000 684 43.0 15.9 71.3
2001 690 40.0 17.3 74.1
2002 659 n/a n/a n/a
2003 659 n/a n/a n/a
2004 665 n/a n/a n/a
2005 675 47.0 14.4 0
2006 674 46.0 14.7 80.3
2007 658 57.0 11.5 76.4
2008 662 56.8 11.7 74.2
2009 684 51.8 13.2 74.6
2010 699 53.3 13.1 n/a
2011 735 52.4 14.0 75.1
2012 761 52.6 14.4 76
2013 753 52.6 14.2 79
2014 793 52.0 15.2 95.5
2015 822 57.0 14.4 56.9
2016 821 58.0 14.1 53.5
2017 847 57.3 14.7 47.9
2018 873 54.6 15.9 66.4
2019 868 59.0 14.7 63
2020 855 53.0 16.1 65.4
2021 796 60.0 13.2 65.6
2022 753 57.0 13.2 65.9
2023 710 52.7 13.4 70

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 247

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 584 30.9 18.8 n/a
1990 604 30.9 19.5 n/a
1991 604 32.9 18.3 n/a
1992 570 29.9 19.0 n/a
1993 602 30.0 20.1 n/a
1994 597 31.2 19.1 n/a
1995 652 31.2 20.9 n/a
1996 652 31.2 20.9 n/a
1997 640 35.2 18.2 59.7
1998 635 36.2 17.5 69.3
1999 677 37.2 18.2 63.5
2000 684 43.0 15.9 71.3
2001 690 40.0 17.3 74.1
2002 659 n/a n/a n/a
2003 659 n/a n/a n/a
2004 665 n/a n/a n/a
2005 675 47.0 14.4 0
2006 674 46.0 14.7 80.3
2007 658 57.0 11.5 76.4
2008 662 56.8 11.7 74.2
2009 684 51.8 13.2 74.6
2010 699 53.3 13.1 n/a
2011 735 52.4 14.0 75.1
2012 761 52.6 14.4 76
2013 753 52.6 14.2 79
2014 793 52.0 15.2 95.5
2015 822 57.0 14.4 56.9
2016 821 58.0 14.1 53.5
2017 847 57.3 14.7 47.9
2018 873 54.6 15.9 66.4
2019 868 59.0 14.7 63
2020 855 53.0 16.1 65.4
2021 796 60.0 13.2 65.6
2022 753 57.0 13.2 65.9
2023 710 52.7 13.4 70

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.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Ps 247

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,033 (6.7%) $14,322 (93.3%) $15,355
2020 $1,103 (7.1%) $14,419 (92.9%) $15,523
2021 $1,734 (10.1%) $15,362 (89.9%) $17,096
2022 $3,039 (15.6%) $16,465 (84.4%) $19,504
2023 $2,464 (11.4%) $19,061 (88.6%) $21,525

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Ps 247

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 202nd of 2413 Elementary schoolsRanks 192nd of 2439 Elementary schools
 0.5%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Ps 247)7568.3
 6.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (New York City Geographic District #20)6357.9
 5.1%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (New York)5244.9
 7.1%
3rd Grade Math (Ps 247)8586.4
 1.4%
   3rd Grade Math (New York City Geographic District #20)6868.9
 0.8%
   3rd Grade Math (New York)5453.7
 0.3%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Ps 247)6775.5
 8.5%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (New York City Geographic District #20)6065.5
 5.5%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (New York)4848.8
 0.8%
4th Grade Math (Ps 247)8183.3
 2.3%
   4th Grade Math (New York City Geographic District #20)6869.3
 1.3%
   4th Grade Math (New York)5053.9
 3.8%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Ps 247)6677.1
 11.1%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (New York City Geographic District #20)5063.8
 13.8%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (New York)3845.1
 7.1%
5th Grade Math (Ps 247)7779.7
 2.7%
   5th Grade Math (New York City Geographic District #20)6467.7
 3.7%
   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 Students868710
 18.2%
African American45
 25%
American Indian34
 33.3%
Asian451430
 4.7%
Hispanic105104
 1%
Pacific Islander21
 50%
White303164
 45.9%
Two or More Races02
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients63%70%
 7%


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Ps 247 ranks 304th of 2445 New York elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Students at Ps 247 are 61% Asian, 23% White, 15% Hispanic.

In the 2022-23 school year, 710 students attended Ps 247.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the WNYC and the New York State Department of Health and the NY State Education Department.

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