Serving 710 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.S. 247 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 247 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
P.S. 247's student population of 710 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 247 ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.S. 247 is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#763 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
61%
10%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
23%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.S. 247's ranking?
P.S. 247 is ranked #763 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.S. 247 often compared to?
P.S. 247is often viewed alongside schools like P.S. 205 Clarion by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 247?
710 students attend P.S. 247.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of P.S. 247 students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 247?
P.S. 247 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 247 offer ?
P.S. 247 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 247 part of?
P.S. 247 is part of New York City Geographic District #20 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 247 located?
P.S. 247 is located in the Bensonhurst neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Bensonhurst.
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