Serving 809 students in grades Kindergarten-5, P.s. 255 Barbara Reing School ranks in the top 50% 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 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to 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.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 809 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 255 Barbara Reing School's student population of 809 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
809 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child is a Star! Come watch us shine.
School Rankings
P.s. 255 Barbara Reing School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 255 Barbara Reing School 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
#1798 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
28%
10%
Hispanic
10%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
57%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
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. 255 Barbara Reing School's ranking?
P.s. 255 Barbara Reing School is ranked #1798 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 255 Barbara Reing School often compared to?
P.s. 255 Barbara Reing Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 197 Kings Highway Academy 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 52% NY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 255 Barbara Reing School?
809 students attend P.s. 255 Barbara Reing School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of P.s. 255 Barbara Reing School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 255 Barbara Reing School?
P.s. 255 Barbara Reing School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 255 Barbara Reing School offer ?
P.s. 255 Barbara Reing School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 255 Barbara Reing School part of?
P.s. 255 Barbara Reing School is part of New York City Geographic District #22 School District.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 255 Barbara Reing School located?
P.s. 255 Barbara Reing School is located in the Homecrest neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Homecrest.
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