Serving 256 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 306 Ethan Allen 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 11-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 306 Ethan Allen ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
P.s. 306 Ethan Allen's student population of 256 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.s. 306 Ethan Allen 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. 306 Ethan Allen is 0.42, 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
#4306 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
30%
30%
Black
70%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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. 306 Ethan Allen's ranking?
P.s. 306 Ethan Allen is ranked #4306 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 306 Ethan Allen?
256 students attend P.s. 306 Ethan Allen.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of P.s. 306 Ethan Allen students are Black, and 30% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 306 Ethan Allen?
P.s. 306 Ethan Allen has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 306 Ethan Allen offer ?
P.s. 306 Ethan Allen offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.s. 306 Ethan Allen part of?
P.s. 306 Ethan Allen is part of New York City Geographic District #19 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 306 Ethan Allen located?
P.s. 306 Ethan Allen is located in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 41 other public schools located in East New York.
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