Serving 913 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 253 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 913 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P.s. 253 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
P.s. 253's student population of 913 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
913 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Rankings
P.s. 253 ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 253 is 0.69, 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
#756 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
31%
10%
Hispanic
27%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
38%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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. 253's ranking?
P.s. 253 is ranked #756 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 253 often compared to?
P.s. 253is often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 195 Manhattan Beach by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 253?
913 students attend P.s. 253.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of P.s. 253 students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P.s. 253?
P.s. 253 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 253 offer ?
P.s. 253 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 253 part of?
P.s. 253 is part of New York City Geographic District #21 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 253 located?
P.s. 253 is located in the Brighton Beach neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Brighton Beach.
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