Serving 955 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 253 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 955 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 253 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 253's student population of 955 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
955 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 253 ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 253 is 0.69, 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
#558 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Asian
33%
10%
Hispanic
26%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
38%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
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. 253's ranking?
P.s. 253 is ranked #558 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 253 often compared to?
P.s. 253is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 195 Manhattan Beach by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 253?
955 students attend P.s. 253.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of P.s. 253 students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 253?
P.s. 253 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 253 offer ?
P.s. 253 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 253 part of?
P.s. 253 is part of New York City Geographic District #21.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 253 located?
P.s. 253 is located in the Brighton Beach neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Brighton Beach.
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