Serving 293 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ps/is 323 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 28% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps/is 323 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ps/is 323's student population of 293 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Ps/is 323 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 Ps/is 323 is 0.44, 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
#3985 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
27%
31%
Black
70%
15%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ps/is 323's ranking?
Ps/is 323 is ranked #3985 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ps/is 323 often compared to?
Ps/is 323is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 327 Dr Rose B English, P.s. 156 Waverly, P.s. 312 Bergen Beach by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps/is 323?
293 students attend Ps/is 323.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Ps/is 323 students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ps/is 323?
Ps/is 323 has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps/is 323 offer ?
Ps/is 323 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ps/is 323 part of?
Ps/is 323 is part of New York City Geographic District #23.
In what neighborhood is Ps/is 323 located?
Ps/is 323 is located in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 28 other public schools located in Brownsville.
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