Serving 1,005 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 204 Vince Lombardi ranks in the top 30% 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 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,005 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.S. 204 Vince Lombardi's student population of 1,005 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,005 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 204 Vince Lombardi ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.S. 204 Vince Lombardi is 0.59, 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
#907 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
57%
10%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
22%
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
70%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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. 204 Vince Lombardi's ranking?
P.S. 204 Vince Lombardi is ranked #907 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.S. 204 Vince Lombardi often compared to?
P.S. 204 Vince Lombardiis often viewed alongside schools like P.S. 229 Dyker by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 204 Vince Lombardi?
1,005 students attend P.S. 204 Vince Lombardi.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of P.S. 204 Vince Lombardi students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 204 Vince Lombardi?
P.S. 204 Vince Lombardi has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 204 Vince Lombardi offer ?
P.S. 204 Vince Lombardi offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 204 Vince Lombardi part of?
P.S. 204 Vince Lombardi is part of New York City Geographic District #20 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 204 Vince Lombardi located?
P.S. 204 Vince Lombardi is located in the Bensonhurst neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Bensonhurst.
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