Serving 327 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 198 ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 198 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
P.s. 198's student population of 327 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
327 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Colors
White or Light Blue, Navy Blue
School Motto
Be Respectful, Kind, and Cooperative
School Rankings
P.s. 198 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 198 is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2229 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
16%
31%
Black
76%
15%
White
2%
39%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 198's ranking?
P.s. 198 is ranked #2229 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 198 often compared to?
P.s. 198is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy, P.s. 119 Amersfort by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 198?
327 students attend P.s. 198.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of P.s. 198 students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 198?
P.s. 198 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 198 offer ?
P.s. 198 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 198 part of?
P.s. 198 is part of New York City Geographic District #22.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 198 located?
P.s. 198 is located in the East Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 15 other public schools located in East Flatbush.
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