Serving 244 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.S. 398 Walter Weaver 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 10-14% (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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority 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: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.S. 398 Walter Weaver 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. 398 Walter Weaver's student population of 244 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P.S. 398 Walter Weaver 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. 398 Walter Weaver 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
#4187 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
22%
29%
Black
73%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
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. 398 Walter Weaver's ranking?
P.S. 398 Walter Weaver is ranked #4187 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?
10-14% 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. 398 Walter Weaver?
244 students attend P.S. 398 Walter Weaver.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of P.S. 398 Walter Weaver students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.S. 398 Walter Weaver?
P.S. 398 Walter Weaver has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.S. 398 Walter Weaver offer ?
P.S. 398 Walter Weaver offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P.S. 398 Walter Weaver part of?
P.S. 398 Walter Weaver is part of New York City Geographic District #17 School District.
School Reviews
5 11/19/2018
PS 398 is a great school. The staff is very nurturing, caring and friendly.
5 3/17/2016
P. S. 398 is a small school with big dreams! At P.S. 398 we believe that children learn best when there is modeling; opportunities for learning through various modalities; hands-on exploratory learning, using manipulatives, pictures, technology; students to student and group discussion; questioning using depth of knowledge to promote higher order.
P.S. 398 have many talented students and teachers. It has special activities and events such as; musical performances, winter concerts, Black History Concerts, School Spirt Days, Fun Fridays, Annual Breast Cancer Walk, Annual Tea Party, 100 Book Challenge and Spring Talent Shows.
P.S. 398 have several clubs that include; dance, Art, Stem, Chess and Track. The STAR Academy - Students Tackling Academic Rigor; provides students who are performing above grade level to reach their full potential.
We Pledge Respect! I am a smart, special valuable person. I respect myself and I respect others. My words and actions are kind and honest. I accept only my best in all I do.
P.S. 398 is a Great School!!
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