Serving 710 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 249 Caton ranks in the top 30% 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 61% (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 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), 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: 710 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 249 Caton ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
P.S. 249 Caton's student population of 710 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 249 Caton 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. 249 Caton is 0.62, 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
#1088 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
47%
29%
Black
40%
16%
White
5%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
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. 249 Caton's ranking?
P.S. 249 Caton is ranked #1088 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.S. 249 Caton often compared to?
P.S. 249 Catonis often viewed alongside schools like P.S. 245, Explore Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% 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. 249 Caton?
710 students attend P.S. 249 Caton.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of P.S. 249 Caton students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 249 Caton?
P.S. 249 Caton has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 249 Caton offer ?
P.S. 249 Caton offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 249 Caton part of?
P.S. 249 Caton is part of New York City Geographic District #17 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.S. 249 Caton located?
P.S. 249 Caton is located in the Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 14 other public schools located in Flatbush.
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