Serving 583 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 131 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 131 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.S. 131's student population of 583 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 131 ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.S. 131 is 0.58, 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
#1820 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
38%
10%
Hispanic
53%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
7%
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
89%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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. 131's ranking?
P.S. 131 is ranked #1820 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.S. 131 often compared to?
P.S. 131is often viewed alongside schools like P.S. 105 Blythebourne by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 131?
583 students attend P.S. 131.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of P.S. 131 students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 131?
P.S. 131 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 131 offer ?
P.S. 131 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 131 part of?
P.S. 131 is part of New York City Geographic District #15 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 131 located?
P.S. 131 is located in the Borough Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in Borough Park.
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