Serving 278 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ps 178 Saint Clair Mckelway 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 15-19% (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.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ps 178 Saint Clair Mckelway ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Ps 178 Saint Clair Mckelway's student population of 278 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ps 178 Saint Clair Mckelway 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 Ps 178 Saint Clair Mckelway is 0.45, 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
#4265 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
21%
29%
Black
71%
16%
White
3%
41%
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
93%
51%
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 Ps 178 Saint Clair Mckelway's ranking?
Ps 178 Saint Clair Mckelway is ranked #4265 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ps 178 Saint Clair Mckelway?
278 students attend Ps 178 Saint Clair Mckelway.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Ps 178 Saint Clair Mckelway students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ps 178 Saint Clair Mckelway?
Ps 178 Saint Clair Mckelway has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ps 178 Saint Clair Mckelway offer ?
Ps 178 Saint Clair Mckelway offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ps 178 Saint Clair Mckelway part of?
Ps 178 Saint Clair Mckelway is part of New York City Geographic District #23 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ps 178 Saint Clair Mckelway located?
Ps 178 Saint Clair Mckelway is located in the Ocean Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 14 other public schools located in Ocean Hill.
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