Serving 724 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 214 Michael Friedsam 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 35% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 97% 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: 724 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 214 Michael Friedsam ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.S. 214 Michael Friedsam's student population of 724 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
724 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 214 Michael Friedsam 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. 214 Michael Friedsam 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
#2933 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
58%
10%
Hispanic
25%
29%
Black
11%
16%
White
3%
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
88%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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. 214 Michael Friedsam's ranking?
P.S. 214 Michael Friedsam is ranked #2933 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.S. 214 Michael Friedsam?
724 students attend P.S. 214 Michael Friedsam.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of P.S. 214 Michael Friedsam students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 214 Michael Friedsam?
P.S. 214 Michael Friedsam has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 214 Michael Friedsam offer ?
P.S. 214 Michael Friedsam offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 214 Michael Friedsam part of?
P.S. 214 Michael Friedsam is part of New York City Geographic District #19 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 214 Michael Friedsam located?
P.S. 214 Michael Friedsam is located in the Cypress Hills neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Cypress Hills.
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