For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public preschools serving 3,415 students in 11233, NY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 11233, NY are P.s. 40 George W Carver, Brooklyn Brownstone School and Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 11233 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 11233, NY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11233, NY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
P.s. 40 George W Carver
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
265 Ralph Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 574-2353
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 574-2353
Gr: PK-5 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Brooklyn Brownstone School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
272 Macdonough St
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 573-2307
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 573-2307
Gr: PK-5 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
251 Macdougal St
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 443-2747
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 443-2747
Gr: PK-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
P.s. 191 Paul Robeson
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1600 Park Pl
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 756-1206
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 756-1206
Gr: PK-5 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
P.s. 21 Crispus Attucks
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
180 Chauncey St
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 493-9681
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 493-9681
Gr: PK-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Ps/is 155 Nicholas Herkimer
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1355 Herkimer St
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 240-4340
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 240-4340
Gr: PK-8 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
P.s. 262 El Hajj Malik El Shabazz Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 Macon St
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 453-0780
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 453-0780
Gr: PK-5 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #88.
Imagine Me Leadership Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
39 Truxton St
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(347) 985-2140
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(347) 985-2140
Gr: PK-8 | 280 students
Rank: #99.
Dr Jacqueline Peek-davis School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
430 Howard Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 953-4569
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 953-4569
Gr: PK-5 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1010.
P.s. 5 Dr Ronald Mcnair
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
820 Hancock St
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 218-2444
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 218-2444
Gr: PK-5 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #1111.
P.s. 137 Rachel Jean Mitchell
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
121 Saratoga Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 453-2926
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 453-2926
Gr: PK-5 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1212.
P.s. 178 Saint Clair Mckelway
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2163 Dean St
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 495-7768
Brooklyn, NY 11233
(718) 495-7768
Gr: PK-8 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 11233, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 11233, NY include P.s. 40 George W Carver, Brooklyn Brownstone School and Brooklyn Landmark Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 11233?
12 public preschools are located in 11233.
What is the racial composition of students in 11233?
11233 public preschools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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