Serving 165 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 18 Edward Bush 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 18 Edward Bush ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
P.s. 18 Edward Bush's student population of 165 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
165 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.s. 18 Edward Bush ranks within the bottom 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. 18 Edward Bush is 0.52, 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
#4265 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
66%
30%
Black
18%
16%
White
11%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 18 Edward Bush's ranking?
P.s. 18 Edward Bush is ranked #4265 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 18 Edward Bush often compared to?
P.s. 18 Edward Bushis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 250 George H Lindsay by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 18 Edward Bush?
165 students attend P.s. 18 Edward Bush.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of P.s. 18 Edward Bush students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 18 Edward Bush?
P.s. 18 Edward Bush has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 18 Edward Bush offer ?
P.s. 18 Edward Bush offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.s. 18 Edward Bush part of?
P.s. 18 Edward Bush is part of New York City Geographic District #14 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 18 Edward Bush located?
P.s. 18 Edward Bush is located in the Southside neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Southside.
School Reviews
5 1/17/2018
I love this school. My son is in Pre-K, and I couldn't hope for a warmer, more welcoming, more attentive classroom experience for him. The teacher and assistants clearly love children and make them feel so welcome and appreciated. My son is in bilingual Pre-K (Spanish/English) with German enrichment classes as well. I'm so happy he's starting his schooling experience in this delightful atmosphere. We're putting PS 18 as our top choice for kindergarten -- after attending an open house, I love the school even more. A new gym is being built (in addition to their schoolyard), the German classes are delightful (the kids seemed to be having so much fun), and the level of involvement, enthusiasm and skill demonstrated by the principal and staff is so impressive. The school is growing and developing, and wants to be a integral part of the community. So glad we're part of it.
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